University High School of Science and Engineering is a Science, Technology, Engineering, and Math magnet high school located in Hartford, Connecticut. This public school was started in 2004, with a small body of faculty, headed by principal Dr Elizabeth Colli, and a freshman class of one hundred students.
Serving 400 students in grades 9-12, University High School Of Science And Engineering 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher 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 87% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 400 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Top 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
University High School Of Science And Engineering ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
University High School Of Science And Engineering's student population of 400 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
400 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
2004
Colors
Black, Red
School Calendar
School Rankings
University High School Of Science And Engineering ranks within the top 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of University High School Of Science And Engineering is 0.66, 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
#397 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
22%
31%
Black
52%
12%
White
13%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hawks
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University High School Of Science And Engineering's ranking?
University High School Of Science And Engineering is ranked #397 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of University High School Of Science And Engineering?
The graduation rate of University High School Of Science And Engineering is 90-94%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend University High School Of Science And Engineering?
400 students attend University High School Of Science And Engineering.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of University High School Of Science And Engineering students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of University High School Of Science And Engineering?
University High School Of Science And Engineering has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does University High School Of Science And Engineering offer ?
University High School Of Science And Engineering offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is University High School Of Science And Engineering part of?
University High School Of Science And Engineering is part of Hartford School District.
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