Serving 380 students in grades 9-12, P-tech Norwalk 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 380 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
P-tech Norwalk ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
P-tech Norwalk's student population of 380 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 73% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
380 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Rankings
P-tech Norwalk ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of P-tech Norwalk is 0.67, 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
#496 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
50%
31%
Black
17%
12%
White
22%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is P-tech Norwalk's ranking?
P-tech Norwalk is ranked #496 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of P-tech Norwalk?
The graduation rate of P-tech Norwalk is 95%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend P-tech Norwalk?
380 students attend P-tech Norwalk.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of P-tech Norwalk students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of P-tech Norwalk?
P-tech Norwalk has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does P-tech Norwalk offer ?
P-tech Norwalk offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is P-tech Norwalk part of?
P-tech Norwalk is part of Norwalk School District.
School Reviews
5 9/9/2022
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