Serving 1,284 students in grades 9-12, Newington 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 38% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher 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 47% 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: 1,284 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 47%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 20% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Newington High School's student population of 1,284 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Newington High School ranks within the top 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newington High School is 0.64, 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
#460 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
26%
31%
Black
6%
12%
White
53%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newington High School's ranking?
Newington High School is ranked #460 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newington High School?
The graduation rate of Newington High School is 96%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Newington High School?
1,284 students attend Newington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Newington High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newington High School?
Newington High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Newington High School offer ?
Newington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Newington High School part of?
Newington High School is part of Newington School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Eid al-Fitr - Schools Closed/ Offices Open
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
April Vacation - Schools Closed/ Offices Open
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
April Vacation - Schools Closed/ Offices Open
April 15, 2025 (Tuesday)
April Vacation - Schools Closed/ Offices Open
April 16, 2025 (Wednesday)
April Vacation - Schools Closed/ Offices Open
April 17, 2025 (Thursday)
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