North Branford High School is a public high school in North Branford, Connecticut. In 2010, North Branford High School had 12 students for every full-time equivalent teacher. It is the only high school in the town of North Branford, which accounts for residents in both North Branford and Northford.
Serving 432 students in grades 9-12, North Branford 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 35-39% (which is lower 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 9:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 432 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: North Branford High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district of North Branford, CT, covering an area of 26.7 square miles. Typically, students can expect a drive of about 10-12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located 7.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Branford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
North Branford High School's student population of 432 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
432 students
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Engaged Citizens, Committed to Academic Mastery
School Rankings
North Branford 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 North Branford High School is 0.33, 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
#396 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
12%
32%
Black
2%
12%
White
81%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.8%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Purple
School Mascot
Thunderbird
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Branford High School's ranking?
North Branford High School is ranked #396 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are North Branford High School often compared to?
North Branford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Haven High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% 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 North Branford High School?
The graduation rate of North Branford High School is 95%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend North Branford High School?
432 students attend North Branford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of North Branford High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Branford High School?
North Branford High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does North Branford High School offer ?
North Branford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Branford High School part of?
North Branford High School is part of North Branford School District.
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