North Haven High School is a public high school located at 221 Elm Street in North Haven, Connecticut. It has an enrollment of approximately 921 students in grades 9 through 12.
Serving 957 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 top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% 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: 957 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 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 957 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 85 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
957 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
85 teachers
School Rankings
North Haven 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 Haven High School is 0.50, 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
#348 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
14%
31%
Black
5%
12%
White
69%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Nighthawks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Haven High School's ranking?
North Haven High School is ranked #348 out of 942 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?
40-44% 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 Haven High School?
The graduation rate of North Haven High School is 94%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend North Haven High School?
957 students attend North Haven High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of North Haven High School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 5% 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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Event
Date
Last Day of School (Term 4 Ends) (North Haven High School Events)
June 10, 2025 (Tuesday)
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