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 406 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 41%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 406 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: University High of Science and Engineering serves the northwest part of Hartford, CT, encompassing an area of approximately 3.9 square miles. The typical drive to the school ranges from 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 1.3 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 2.4 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
University High School Of Science And Engineering's student population of 406 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
406 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2004
School Calendar
School Motto
Welcome to University High School of Science and Engineering!
School Rankings
University High School Of Science And Engineering 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 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
#409 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
25%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Black
52%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 21-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
90-94%
88.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.6%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Black, Red
School Mascot
Hawks
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is University High School Of Science And Engineering's ranking?
University High School Of Science And Engineering is ranked #409 out of 939 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 41% 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 88.2%.
How many students attend University High School Of Science And Engineering?
406 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, 25% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 5% 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 15:1, 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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