Serving 998 students in grades 9-12, Bristol Eastern 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 23% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 51% 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: 998 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Bristol Eastern High School serves the northeast part of Bristol, CT, covering an area of approximately 9.5 square miles. Most residents live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 3 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bristol Eastern High School's student population of 998 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
998 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1959
School Calendar
School Rankings
Bristol Eastern 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 Bristol Eastern High School is 0.66, 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
#571 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
31%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
9%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
49%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
89%
88.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.4%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and grey
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bristol Eastern High School's ranking?
Bristol Eastern High School is ranked #571 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Bristol Eastern High School often compared to?
Bristol Eastern High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bristol Central High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
23% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bristol Eastern High School?
The graduation rate of Bristol Eastern High School is 89%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 88.2%.
How many students attend Bristol Eastern High School?
998 students attend Bristol Eastern High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Bristol Eastern High School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bristol Eastern High School?
Bristol Eastern High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bristol Eastern High School offer ?
Bristol Eastern High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bristol Eastern High School part of?
Bristol Eastern High School is part of Bristol School District.
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