Cromwell High School is the town high school of Cromwell, Connecticut.
Serving 523 students in grades 9-12, Cromwell 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 523 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cromwell High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Cromwell High School's student population of 523 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
523 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Year Founded
1956
School Rankings
Cromwell High School ranks within the top 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cromwell High School is 0.54, 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
#397 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
13%
31%
Black
11%
12%
White
66%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Pawly The Panther
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cromwell High School's ranking?
Cromwell High School is ranked #397 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Cromwell High School often compared to?
Cromwell High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Middletown High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Cromwell High School?
The graduation rate of Cromwell High School is 95%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Cromwell High School?
523 students attend Cromwell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Cromwell High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cromwell High School?
Cromwell High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cromwell High School offer ?
Cromwell High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cromwell High School part of?
Cromwell High School is part of Cromwell School District.
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