Staples High School is a public high school in Westport, Connecticut, United States. It is named after Horace Staples, who founded the school on April 26, 1884. Westport is one of eight school districts in District Reference Group A.
Serving 1,629 students in grades 9-12, Staples High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 77% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,629 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: ≥99% (Top 1% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Staples High School's attendance zone is located in Westport, CT, covering an area of approximately 20 square miles. This zone spans the entire school district, with a typical drive to the school taking about 5-10 minutes and the furthest edge being 4.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Staples High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Staples High School's student population of 1,629 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 153 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,629 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
153 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1884
School Rankings
Staples High School ranks within the top 5% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Staples High School is 0.41, 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
#25 out of 939 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
2%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥99%
88.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.5%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
2%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Navy Blue
School Mascot
Wrecker
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Staples High School's ranking?
Staples High School is ranked #25 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Staples High School often compared to?
Staples High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Weston High School, New Canaan High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
77% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Staples High School?
The graduation rate of Staples High School is 99%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 88.2%.
How many students attend Staples High School?
1,629 students attend Staples High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Staples High School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Staples High School?
Staples High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Staples High School offer ?
Staples High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Staples High School part of?
Staples High School is part of Westport School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last day of 1st Quarter
October 23, 2026 (Friday)
First day of 2nd Quarter
October 26, 2026 (Monday)
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