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 439 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 40%). 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 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% 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%)
- 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
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
North Branford High School's student population of 439 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
439 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Colors
White, Purple
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Branford 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 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
#382 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
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
2%
5%
Hispanic
12%
31%
Black
3%
12%
White
81%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Thunderbird
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Branford High School's ranking?
North Branford High School is ranked #382 out of 942 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 40% 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?
439 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 Black, 2% of students are Asian, 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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