E. O. Smith High School, named after a member of Connecticut's legislature and former University of Connecticut president Edwin O. Smith, is a secondary school located in Storrs, Connecticut, United States. E.O. Smith was established by the University of Connecticut in 1958 as the first high school in the area.
Serving 1,010 students in grades 9-12, E. O. Smith 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 43% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% 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: 1,010 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: E. O. Smith High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Storrs Mansfield, CT, encompassing an area of approximately 118.6 square miles. Most students typically drive 10-15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 6.7 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 11.7 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
E. O. Smith High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
E. O. Smith High School's student population of 1,010 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,010 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
School Rankings
E. O. Smith 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 E. O. Smith High School is 0.46, 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
#299 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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
93%
88.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.5%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
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
Panther
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is E. O. Smith High School's ranking?
E. O. Smith High School is ranked #299 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are E. O. Smith High School often compared to?
E. O. Smith High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Coventry High School, Bolton High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of E. O. Smith High School?
The graduation rate of E. O. Smith High School is 93%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 88.2%.
How many students attend E. O. Smith High School?
1,010 students attend E. O. Smith High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of E. O. Smith High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of E. O. Smith High School?
E. O. Smith High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does E. O. Smith High School offer ?
E. O. Smith High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is E. O. Smith High School part of?
E. O. Smith High School is part of Regional School District 19.
In what neighborhood is E. O. Smith High School located?
E. O. Smith High School is located in the Storrs neighborhood of Storrs Mansfield, CT. There are 2 other public schools located in Storrs.
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