Serving 944 students in grades 9-12, North Haven 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 41% (which is equal to 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 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 944 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
North Haven High School's student population of 944 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
944 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1954
School Motto
Thrive in an Ever-Changing World
School Rankings
North Haven 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 Haven High School is 0.53, 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
#380 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Showing 2011–2023. 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)
48%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
15%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
66%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
92%
88.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Nighthawks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Haven High School's ranking?
North Haven High School is ranked #380 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are North Haven High School often compared to?
North Haven High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like North Branford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% 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 Haven High School?
The graduation rate of North Haven High School is 92%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 88.2%.
How many students attend North Haven High School?
944 students attend North Haven High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of North Haven High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Haven High School?
North Haven High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does North Haven High School offer ?
North Haven High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Haven High School part of?
North Haven High School is part of North Haven School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School (Term 4 Ends)
June 15, 2027 (Tuesday)
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