Serving 543 students in grades 9-12, Stonington 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 16% 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: 543 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Stonington High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Pawcatuck, CT, covering approximately 50.1 square miles. The area is typically within a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 4.2 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum of 7.7 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Stonington High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Stonington High School's student population of 543 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
543 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
WE BELIEVE IN YOU
School Rankings
Stonington High School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stonington High School is 0.29, 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
#285 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
84%
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
≥95%
88.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.3%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stonington High School's ranking?
Stonington High School is ranked #285 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Stonington High School often compared to?
Stonington High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Robert E. Fitch High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stonington High School?
The graduation rate of Stonington High School is 95%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 88.2%.
How many students attend Stonington High School?
543 students attend Stonington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Stonington High School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% 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 Stonington High School?
Stonington High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Stonington High School offer ?
Stonington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stonington High School part of?
Stonington High School is part of Stonington School District.
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