Serving 486 students in grades 6-12, Shepaug Valley 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 52% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shepaug Valley School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Shepaug Valley School's student population of 486 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
486 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Shepaug Valley 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 Shepaug Valley School is 0.30, 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
#251 out of 939 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
11%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
White
83%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥95%
88.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.8%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shepaug Valley School's ranking?
Shepaug Valley School is ranked #251 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Shepaug Valley School often compared to?
Shepaug Valley Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nonnewaug High School, New Milford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shepaug Valley School?
The graduation rate of Shepaug Valley School is 95%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 88.2%.
How many students attend Shepaug Valley School?
486 students attend Shepaug Valley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Shepaug Valley School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shepaug Valley School?
Shepaug Valley School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Shepaug Valley School offer ?
Shepaug Valley School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shepaug Valley School part of?
Shepaug Valley School is part of Regional School District 12.
School Calendar
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