Serving 395 students in grades 9-12, Coventry 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% 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: 395 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Coventry High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Coventry school district, covering approximately 38.2 square miles. The typical drive to the school from within the zone takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge being 6.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coventry High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Coventry High School's student population of 395 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
395 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
School Rankings
Coventry 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 Coventry High School is 0.24, 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
#319 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
87%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
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)21.3%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
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
School Mascot
Patriot
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Coventry High School's ranking?
Coventry High School is ranked #319 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Coventry High School often compared to?
Coventry High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like E. O. Smith High School, Tolland High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Coventry High School?
The graduation rate of Coventry High School is 95%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 88.2%.
How many students attend Coventry High School?
395 students attend Coventry High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Coventry High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coventry High School?
Coventry High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Coventry High School offer ?
Coventry High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Coventry High School part of?
Coventry High School is part of Coventry School District.
In what neighborhood is Coventry High School located?
Coventry High School is located in the South Coventry neighborhood of Coventry, CT. There are 2 other public schools located in South Coventry.
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