Serving 264 students in grades 9-12, Nathan Hale-ray High School ranks in the top 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nathan Hale-ray High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Nathan Hale-ray High School's student population of 264 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
264 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Mascot
Noises
School Rankings
Nathan Hale-ray High School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Nathan Hale-ray High School is 0.20, 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
#379 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
7%
31%
Black
n/a
12%
White
89%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Noises
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Nathan Hale-ray High School's ranking?
Nathan Hale-ray High School is ranked #379 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Nathan Hale-ray High School often compared to?
Nathan Hale-ray High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Morgan School, Old Saybrook Senior High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Nathan Hale-ray High School?
The graduation rate of Nathan Hale-ray High School is 95%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Nathan Hale-ray High School?
264 students attend Nathan Hale-ray High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Nathan Hale-ray High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nathan Hale-ray High School?
Nathan Hale-ray High School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Nathan Hale-ray High School offer ?
Nathan Hale-ray High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nathan Hale-ray High School part of?
Nathan Hale-ray High School is part of East Haddam School District.
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