Ellington High School is a public high school located in Ellington, Connecticut. The school teams are known as the Knights. Their colors are purple and gold. Ellington is a part of Ellington Public Schools.
Serving 716 students in grades 9-12, Ellington High School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 24% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 716 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ellington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Ellington High School's student population of 716 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
716 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Colors
Purple, Gold
School Rankings
Ellington High School ranks within the top 30% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ellington High School is 0.41, 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
#281 out of 942 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
8%
31%
Black
3%
12%
White
76%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Knight
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ellington High School's ranking?
Ellington High School is ranked #281 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Ellington High School often compared to?
Ellington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Somers High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Ellington High School?
The graduation rate of Ellington High School is 97%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Ellington High School?
716 students attend Ellington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Ellington High School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ellington High School?
Ellington High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ellington High School offer ?
Ellington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ellington High School part of?
Ellington High School is part of Ellington School District.
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