Serving 693 students in grades 9-12, New Fairfield High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% 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: 693 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: New Fairfield High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of New Fairfield, CT, covering approximately 25.2 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.9 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Fairfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
New Fairfield High School's student population of 693 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
693 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Fairfield 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 New Fairfield High School is 0.45, 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
#289 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
21%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
71%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.9%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Fairfield High School's ranking?
New Fairfield High School is ranked #289 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are New Fairfield High School often compared to?
New Fairfield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Danbury High School, Brookfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Fairfield High School?
The graduation rate of New Fairfield High School is 95%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 88.2%.
How many students attend New Fairfield High School?
693 students attend New Fairfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of New Fairfield High School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Fairfield High School?
New Fairfield High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does New Fairfield High School offer ?
New Fairfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New Fairfield High School part of?
New Fairfield High School is part of New Fairfield School District.
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