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 1,033 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 11:1 is lower than 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 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,033 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- 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%)
- 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 1,033 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 93 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,033 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
93 teachers
Year Founded
1958
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 28, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 13, 2026
School Mascot
Panther
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%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
15%
31%
Black
4%
12%
White
72%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Panther
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
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 89%.
How many students attend E. O. Smith High School?
1,033 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, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of E. O. Smith High School?
E. O. Smith High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than 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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