Serving 284 students in grades 9-12, Center For Global Studies ranks in the top 20% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Center For Global Studies ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Center For Global Studies's student population of 284 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 240% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
1992
School Calendar
School Rankings
Center For Global Studies ranks within the top 20% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Center For Global Studies is 0.73, which is more 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
#160 out of 942 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
36%
31%
Black
16%
12%
White
34%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Center For Global Studies's ranking?
Center For Global Studies is ranked #160 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Center For Global Studies often compared to?
Center For Global Studiesis often viewed alongside schools like Brien Mcmahon High School, Norwalk High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Center For Global Studies?
The graduation rate of Center For Global Studies is 95%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Center For Global Studies?
284 students attend Center For Global Studies.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Center For Global Studies students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 16% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Center For Global Studies?
Center For Global Studies has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Center For Global Studies offer ?
Center For Global Studies offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Center For Global Studies part of?
Center For Global Studies is part of Norwalk School District.
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