East Haven High School is a co-educational public school located in East Haven, Connecticut. It serves grades nine through twelve and its school colors are blue and gold, with the mascot being the yellow jacket. The school is a member of the Southern Connecticut Conference for athletics.
Serving 879 students in grades 9-12, East Haven High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower 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 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 879 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 77% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: East Haven High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in New Haven, CT, encompassing approximately 13.5 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being 7.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Haven High School's student population of 879 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 73 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
879 students
Total Classroom Teachers
73 teachers
Year Founded
1936
School Calendar
School Rankings
East Haven High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Haven High School is 0.63, 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
#718 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
42%
32%
Black
8%
12%
White
44%
46%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
77%
88.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Gold and Black
School Mascot
Yellow Jackets
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Haven High School's ranking?
East Haven High School is ranked #718 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are East Haven High School often compared to?
East Haven High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Derby High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of East Haven High School?
The graduation rate of East Haven High School is 77%, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 88.2%.
How many students attend East Haven High School?
879 students attend East Haven High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of East Haven High School students are White, 42% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Haven High School?
East Haven High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does East Haven High School offer ?
East Haven High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Haven High School part of?
East Haven High School is part of East Haven School District.
In what neighborhood is East Haven High School located?
East Haven High School is located in the Foxon neighborhood of New Haven, CT.
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