New London High School is a high school in New London, Connecticut operated by the New London Public Schools school district. New London High School is a Public Magnet School.
Serving 605 students in grades 9-12, New London 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Graduation Rate: 55-59% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: New London High School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in New London, CT, encompassing approximately 10.6 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school to take between 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
New London High School's student population of 605 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
605 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
New London 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 New London High School is 0.47, 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
#900 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
71%
32%
Black
16%
12%
White
6%
46%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
55-59%
88.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.8%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New London High School's ranking?
New London High School is ranked #900 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are New London High School often compared to?
New London High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waterford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of New London High School?
The graduation rate of New London High School is 55-59%, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 88.2%.
How many students attend New London High School?
605 students attend New London High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of New London High School students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 6% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New London High School?
New London High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does New London High School offer ?
New London High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New London High School part of?
New London High School is part of New London School District.
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