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 308 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). 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 9:1 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 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 308 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Housatonic Valley Regional High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Housatonic Valley Regional High School's student population of 308 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
308 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1939
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Housatonic Valley Regional 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 Housatonic Valley Regional High School is 0.35, 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
#528 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
12%
31%
Black
1%
12%
White
80%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Mountaineer
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Housatonic Valley Regional High School's ranking?
Housatonic Valley Regional High School is ranked #528 out of 942 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 Litchfield High School, Kent Center School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% 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 89%.
How many students attend Housatonic Valley Regional High School?
308 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, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 2% 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 9:1, 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 3/25/2020
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 3/19/2020
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 1/20/2020
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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