Bolton High School is a public high school located at 72 Brandy Street, Bolton, Connecticut. Bolton participates in the North Central Connecticut Conference for athletics, and competes as a Class "S" school.
Serving 212 students in grades 9-12, Bolton High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Bolton High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Bolton school district, covering approximately 14.7 square miles in Bolton, CT. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 3.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bolton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Bolton High School's student population of 212 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
212 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Bolton High School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bolton High School is 0.38, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#301 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
78%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
School Mascot
Bulldog
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bolton High School's ranking?
Bolton High School is ranked #301 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Bolton High School often compared to?
Bolton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like E. O. Smith High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bolton High School?
The graduation rate of Bolton High School is 95%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 88.2%.
How many students attend Bolton High School?
212 students attend Bolton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Bolton High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bolton High School?
Bolton High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bolton High School offer ?
Bolton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bolton High School part of?
Bolton High School is part of Bolton School District.
School Calendar
View the Bolton High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break-No School
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Spring Break-No School
April 10, 2027 (Saturday)
Last Day of School
June 08, 2027 (Tuesday)
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
This school is not that good. The students here are not friendly and self absorbed. Good grades are handed out when not deserved. The education here is low class. These students cannot even spell. The school band is terrible. Especially the saxophones.
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