Serving 1,501 students in grades 9-12, Enfield 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 24% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,501 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 89% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Enfield High School's student population of 1,501 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,501 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Enfield High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Enfield High School is 0.52, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#567 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
18%
29%
Black
6%
13%
White
67%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Enfield High School's ranking?
Enfield High School is ranked #567 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Enfield High School?
The graduation rate of Enfield High School is 89%, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Enfield High School?
1,501 students attend Enfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Enfield High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Enfield High School?
Enfield High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Enfield High School offer ?
Enfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Enfield High School part of?
Enfield High School is part of Enfield School District.
In what neighborhood is Enfield High School located?
Enfield High School is located in the Thompsonville neighborhood of Enfield, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in Thompsonville.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 29, 2024 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break - NS
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Spring Break - NS
April 08, 2025 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break - NS
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
Spring Break - NS
April 08, 2026 (Wednesday)
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