Warren Harding High School is a public high school in Bridgeport, Connecticut, United States. It is commonly called Harding High School. Its cornerstone was laid on May 10, 1924, and the school opened on September 9, 1925. The school is named for then recently deceased President Warren G. Harding.
Serving 1,324 students in grades 9-12, Warren Harding 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 2% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,324 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 20:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 67% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Harding High School serves the eastern part of Bridgeport, CT, covering an attendance area of approximately 5.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being about 2.6 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Warren Harding High School's student population of 1,324 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,324 students
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Year Founded
1925
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Changing Futures and Achieving Excellence Together
School Rankings
Warren Harding 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 Warren Harding High School is 0.55, 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
#911 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
20:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
59%
32%
Black
33%
12%
White
5%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
67%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.7%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Warren Harding High School's ranking?
Warren Harding High School is ranked #911 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Warren Harding High School often compared to?
Warren Harding High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central High School, Bullard-havens Technical High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Warren Harding High School?
The graduation rate of Warren Harding High School is 67%, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Warren Harding High School?
1,324 students attend Warren Harding High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Warren Harding High School students are Hispanic, 33% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Warren Harding High School?
Warren Harding High School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Warren Harding High School offer ?
Warren Harding High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Warren Harding High School part of?
Warren Harding High School is part of Bridgeport School District.
In what neighborhood is Warren Harding High School located?
Warren Harding High School is located in the North Bridgeport neighborhood of Bridgeport, CT. There are 6 other public schools located in North Bridgeport.
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