Serving 1,141 students in grades 9-12, Wethersfield 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 44% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,141 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 20% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wethersfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Wethersfield High School's student population of 1,141 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 81 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,141 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
81 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wethersfield High School ranks within the top 50% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wethersfield High School is 0.50, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#345 out of 940 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
19%
29%
Black
4%
13%
White
68%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wethersfield High School's ranking?
Wethersfield High School is ranked #345 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Wethersfield High School often compared to?
Wethersfield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Rocky Hill High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Wethersfield High School?
The graduation rate of Wethersfield High School is 97%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 90%.
How many students attend Wethersfield High School?
1,141 students attend Wethersfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Wethersfield High School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wethersfield High School?
Wethersfield High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wethersfield High School offer ?
Wethersfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wethersfield High School part of?
Wethersfield High School is part of Wethersfield School District.
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