Suffield High School is located in West Suffield, Connecticut, a town in Hartford County that abuts the Massachusetts border.
Serving 641 students in grades 9-12, Suffield 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 65-69% (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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 641 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Suffield High School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in West Suffield, CT, covering approximately 43 square miles. The typical drive to the school from the furthest edge of the zone is about 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 4.2 miles from the school to the zone's edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Suffield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Suffield High School's student population of 641 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
641 students
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Year Founded
1939
School Calendar
School Rankings
Suffield 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 Suffield High School is 0.38, 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
#319 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
10%
32%
Black
6%
12%
White
78%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.2%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
White, Blue
School Mascot
Wildcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Suffield High School's ranking?
Suffield High School is ranked #319 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Suffield High School often compared to?
Suffield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Granby High School, Granby Memorial 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 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Suffield High School?
The graduation rate of Suffield High School is 95%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Suffield High School?
641 students attend Suffield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Suffield High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Suffield High School?
Suffield High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Suffield High School offer ?
Suffield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Suffield High School part of?
Suffield High School is part of Suffield School District.
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