Housatonic Valley Regional High School is a public high school in Falls Village, Connecticut, United States. The high school serves the six towns of the Region 1 School District, comprising the towns of Canaan, Cornwall, Kent, North Canaan, Salisbury and Sharon.
Serving 352 students in grades 9-12, Housatonic Valley Regional 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Housatonic Valley Regional High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Falls Village, CT, and covers approximately 268.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school from the farthest edges of the zone is about 20-30 minutes, with an average distance of 11.8 miles to the nearest boundary.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Housatonic Valley Regional High School's student population of 352 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
352 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Year Founded
1939
School Calendar
School Motto
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School Rankings
Housatonic Valley Regional 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 Housatonic Valley Regional High School is 0.34, 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
#604 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
13%
32%
Black
1%
12%
White
80%
46%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Mascot
Mountaineer
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Housatonic Valley Regional High School's ranking?
Housatonic Valley Regional High School is ranked #604 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Housatonic Valley Regional High School often compared to?
Housatonic Valley Regional High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kent Center School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Housatonic Valley Regional High School?
The graduation rate of Housatonic Valley Regional High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 88.2%.
How many students attend Housatonic Valley Regional High School?
352 students attend Housatonic Valley Regional High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Housatonic Valley Regional High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Housatonic Valley Regional High School?
Housatonic Valley Regional High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Housatonic Valley Regional High School offer ?
Housatonic Valley Regional High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Housatonic Valley Regional High School part of?
Housatonic Valley Regional High School is part of Regional School District 01.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Our children are freshmen at this school. They are in all Honors classes and are being challenged academically. They are playing school sports and participating in theatre and other school activities. There are so many clubs and sports! The leadership of the school is strong, and they have marvelous teachers. A great choice for our children and our family.
4 10/10/2025
Wow... what a great school! The facility itself is an award-winning building - the teachers are both dedicated and engaging and the leadership is terrific. Our family looked at private schools and CHOSE this school - it has kind, decent kids - lots of clubs and activities, fantastic sports and did we mention that the teachers are A+. Choose this school!
3 10/10/2025
As a recent graduate of Housatonic, I can't say enough great things. Housatonic offers a tremendous amount of opportunity for students who are willing to take advantage of it. I found it amazing the ability to be involved in such a variety of things. A single student could be a part of musical theater and electric car and Envirothon and Night choir, all while playing a varsity sport. The same opportunity applied to the classroom as well. I felt that teachers at Housatonic were always willing to help you. I really loved was the ability (and encouragement) to go to any teacher in a specific department for help. You were not limited to just your teacher when it came to resources but rather had the ability to reach out to anyone in that department. When it comes down to it, high school is what you make of it, and every high school has its pros and cons. If you are willing to put in the work and want to take advantage of every opportunity that comes your way, you will do wonders here.
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