The Woodstock Academy

Woodstock Academy, founded in 1801, is a high school located in Woodstock, Connecticut, United States. The Academy, which describes itself as an independent school, serves residents from the Connecticut towns of Brooklyn, Canterbury, Eastford, Pomfret, Union, and Woodstock.
Serving 974 students in grades 9-12, The Woodstock Academy ranks in the top 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 33% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 974 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 18%
  • : 98% (Top 5% in CT)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • : 65% (Top 50%)
  • : 42% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

The Woodstock Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:

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Attribute

School Overview

The Woodstock Academy's student population of 974 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has grown by 6500% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
974 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Year Founded
1801
Colors
Gold, Yale Blue
School Calendar
Campus Size
200
School Mascot
Centaurs

School Rankings

The Woodstock Academy 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 The Woodstock Academy is 0.32, 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.
This School
State Level (CT)
#452 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
33%
41%
65%
50%
42%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
7%
31%
Black
2%
12%
White
82%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.32
98%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • School Mascot: Centaurs
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is The Woodstock Academy's ranking?
The Woodstock Academy is ranked #452 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are The Woodstock Academy often compared to?
The Woodstock Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Killingly High School, Putnam High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Woodstock Academy?
The graduation rate of The Woodstock Academy is 98%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend The Woodstock Academy?
974 students attend The Woodstock Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of The Woodstock Academy students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Woodstock Academy?
The Woodstock Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does The Woodstock Academy offer ?
The Woodstock Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is The Woodstock Academy part of?
The Woodstock Academy is part of The Woodstock Academy School District.

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Quick Facts (2025)

  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 974 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 18%
  • : 98% (Top 5%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 33% (Btm 50%)
  • : 65% (Top 50%)
  • : 42% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education

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