Serving 1,202 students in grades 9-12, Naugatuck 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 16% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,202 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Graduation Rate: 88% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Naugatuck High School's student population of 1,202 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 79 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,202 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
79 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
Campus Size
30 acres
School Motto
Excellence through Diversity
School Rankings
Naugatuck 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 Naugatuck High School is 0.67, 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
#682 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
41%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
88%
88.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.4%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
44%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
The Greyhound
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Naugatuck High School's ranking?
Naugatuck High School is ranked #682 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Naugatuck High School often compared to?
Naugatuck High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Derby High School, Pomperaug Regional High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Naugatuck High School?
The graduation rate of Naugatuck High School is 88%, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 88.2%.
How many students attend Naugatuck High School?
1,202 students attend Naugatuck High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Naugatuck High School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Naugatuck High School?
Naugatuck High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Naugatuck High School offer ?
Naugatuck High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Naugatuck High School part of?
Naugatuck High School is part of Naugatuck School District.
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