Stratford High School is a high school in Stratford, Connecticut, USA. Stratford High serves students in grades 9 - 12. It is part of Stratford Public Schools and is accredited by the New England Association of Schools and Colleges and the Connecticut State Department of Education.
Serving 1,150 students in grades 9-12, Stratford High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 27% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,150 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 86% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Stratford High School serves the southern part of Stratford, CT, covering an area of approximately 10.4 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the school's edges, extending up to 3.8 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stratford High School's student population of 1,150 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 83 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,150 students
Total Classroom Teachers
83 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Stratford High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Stratford High School is 0.68, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#657 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
44%
32%
Black
28%
12%
White
23%
46%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
86%
88.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)47.9%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Red and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Stratford High School's ranking?
Stratford High School is ranked #657 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Stratford High School often compared to?
Stratford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bunnell High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
27% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Stratford High School?
The graduation rate of Stratford High School is 86%, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 88.2%.
How many students attend Stratford High School?
1,150 students attend Stratford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Stratford High School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 23% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Stratford High School?
Stratford High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Stratford High School offer ?
Stratford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Stratford High School part of?
Stratford High School is part of Stratford School District.
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