Serving 367 students in grades 9-12, Stafford High School ranks in the top 50% 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 40-44% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stafford High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Stafford High School's student population of 367 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
367 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Stafford High School ranks within the top 50% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stafford High School is 0.25, 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
#289 out of 940 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
9%
29%
Black
1%
13%
White
86%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stafford High School's ranking?
Stafford High School is ranked #289 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Stafford High School often compared to?
Stafford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ellington High School, Somers High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stafford High School?
The graduation rate of Stafford High School is 95%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 90%.
How many students attend Stafford High School?
367 students attend Stafford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Stafford High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% 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 Stafford High School?
Stafford High School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Stafford High School offer ?
Stafford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Stafford High School part of?
Stafford High School is part of Stafford School District.
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