South Windsor High School

161 Nevers Rd.
South Windsor, CT 06074
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Rating
8/
10
Top 30%
South Windsor High School serves 1,281 students in grades 9-12.
South Windsor High School placed in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 20%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2023-24)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,281 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 44%
  • Graduation Rate
    : 98% (Top 10% in CT)
  • Overall Testing Rank
    : Top 30%
  • Math Proficiency
    : 55% (Top 30%)
  • Reading Proficiency
    : 72% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

South Windsor High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:

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Attribute

School Overview

South Windsor High School's student population of 1,281 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 104 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,281 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
104 teachers
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School Rankings

South Windsor High School is ranked within the top 30% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of South Windsor High School is 0.62, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (CT)
Overall Testing Rank
#194 out of 940 schools
(Top 30%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
39%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
51%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
5%
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Hispanic
9%
29%
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Black
7%
13%
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White
56%
49%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Diversity Score
0.62
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Graduation Rate
98%
90%
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Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
34%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

What is South Windsor High School's ranking?
South Windsor High School is ranked #194 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Windsor High School?
The graduation rate of South Windsor High School is 98%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 90%.
How many students attend South Windsor High School?
1,281 students attend South Windsor High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of South Windsor High School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Windsor High School?
South Windsor High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does South Windsor High School offer ?
South Windsor High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Windsor High School part of?
South Windsor High School is part of South Windsor School District.

School Calendar

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Event
Date
Schools Closed - December Break
December 26, 2023 (Tuesday)
Schools Closed - February Break
February 16, 2024 (Friday)
Schools Closed - Professional Development for Staff
March 12, 2024 (Tuesday)
Schools Closed - Spring Break
April 08, 2024 (Monday)
Projected Last Day of School
June 11, 2024 (Tuesday)

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Quick Stats (2023-24)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 1,281 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 44%
  • Graduation Rate
    : 98% (Top 10%)
  • Overall Testing Rank
    : Top 30%
  • Math Proficiency
    : 55% (Top 30%)
  • Reading Proficiency
    : 72% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education

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