Serving 1,426 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 28% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). 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 37% 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: 1,426 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 37%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Enfield High School serves the southwest part of Enfield, CT, covering an attendance area of approximately 11.8 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 3.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Enfield High School's student population of 1,426 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 106 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,426 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
106 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1893
School Calendar
School Rankings
Enfield 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 Enfield High School is 0.55, 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
#553 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
23%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
7%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
63%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Graduation Rate
90%
88.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.2%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
38%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Black, Green, Gold
School Mascot
Eagles
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 #553 out of 939 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?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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 90%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 88.2%.
How many students attend Enfield High School?
1,426 students attend Enfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Enfield High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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.
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