Branford High School is a public high school in Branford, Connecticut. As of 2021–22, it has 784 students in grades 9–12. Its former principal, Edmund Higgins, retired at the end of the 2007–08 school year.
Serving 738 students in grades 9-12, Branford High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 37% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% 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: 738 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Branford High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Branford school district, covering approximately 28 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being 3.3 miles and the furthest edge located 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Branford High School's student population of 738 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
738 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1928
School Calendar
School Rankings
Branford High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Branford High School is 0.52, 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
#480 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
67%
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
93%
88.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.8%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Golden Yellow and Black
School Mascot
Hornet
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Branford High School's ranking?
Branford High School is ranked #480 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Branford High School often compared to?
Branford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Guilford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Branford High School?
The graduation rate of Branford High School is 93%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 88.2%.
How many students attend Branford High School?
738 students attend Branford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Branford High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Branford High School?
Branford High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Branford High School offer ?
Branford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Branford High School part of?
Branford High School is part of Branford School District.
In what neighborhood is Branford High School located?
Branford High School is located in the Branford Center neighborhood of Branford, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in Branford Center.
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