Cromwell High School is the town high school of Cromwell, Connecticut.
Serving 515 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). 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 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 515 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Cromwell High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Cromwell, CT, covering approximately 13 square miles. Most students typically drive 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.2 miles from the school to the zone's edge and the furthest edge being 3 miles away.
- 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 515 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
515 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1956
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cromwell 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 Cromwell High School is 0.51, 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
#369 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
12%
32%
Black
10%
12%
White
68%
46%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Pawly The Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cromwell High School's ranking?
Cromwell High School is ranked #369 out of 939 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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 88.2%.
How many students attend Cromwell High School?
515 students attend Cromwell High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Cromwell High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 10% 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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