Serving 1,507 students in grades 9-12, Norwalk High School ranks in the bottom 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 21% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,507 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Graduation Rate: 90% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Norwalk High School's student population of 1,507 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 112 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,507 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
112 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Norwalk High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Norwalk High School is 0.64, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#702 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
52%
29%
Black
17%
13%
White
26%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Norwalk High School's ranking?
Norwalk High School is ranked #702 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Norwalk High School often compared to?
Norwalk High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brien Mcmahon High School, Staples High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Norwalk High School?
The graduation rate of Norwalk High School is 90%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Norwalk High School?
1,507 students attend Norwalk High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Norwalk High School students are Hispanic, 26% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Norwalk High School?
Norwalk High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Norwalk High School offer ?
Norwalk High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Norwalk High School part of?
Norwalk High School is part of Norwalk School District.
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