Northwestern Regional High School is a public regional high school located in Winsted, Connecticut, serving the towns of Barkhamsted, Colebrook, New Hartford and Norfolk.
Serving 536 students in grades 9-12, Northwestern Regional High School ranks in the top 30% 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 6% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 536 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 6%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Northwestern Regional High School's attendance zone encompasses the entirety of its school district in Winsted, CT, covering approximately 156.4 square miles. Families living within this area can typically expect a drive of 10 to 15 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 7.1 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, and the furthest point being 13.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Northwestern Regional High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Northwestern Regional High School's student population of 536 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
536 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1958
Campus Size
42 acres
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Northwestern Regional High School ranks within the top 30% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Northwestern Regional High School is 0.12, 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
#257 out of 939 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
3%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
94%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.1%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Highlanders
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northwestern Regional High School's ranking?
Northwestern Regional High School is ranked #257 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Northwestern Regional High School often compared to?
Northwestern Regional High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Gilbert School, Torrington High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Northwestern Regional High School?
The graduation rate of Northwestern Regional High School is 95%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 88.2%.
How many students attend Northwestern Regional High School?
536 students attend Northwestern Regional High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
94% of Northwestern Regional High School students are White, 3% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northwestern Regional High School?
Northwestern Regional High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Northwestern Regional High School offer ?
Northwestern Regional High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northwestern Regional High School part of?
Northwestern Regional High School is part of Regional School District 07.
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