Wethersfield High School is a high school in Wethersfield, Connecticut, United States.
Serving 1,126 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 bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,126 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 10% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 42% (Btm 50%)
- 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
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Wethersfield High School's student population of 1,126 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 84 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,126 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
84 teachers
Year Founded
1952
Colors
White, Navy Blue
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wethersfield High School 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 Wethersfield High School is 0.53, 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
#454 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
22%
31%
Black
5%
12%
White
65%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wethersfield High School's ranking?
Wethersfield High School is ranked #454 out of 942 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?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% 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 89%.
How many students attend Wethersfield High School?
1,126 students attend Wethersfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Wethersfield High School students are White, 22% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wethersfield High School?
Wethersfield High School has a student ration of 13:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wethersfield High School part of?
Wethersfield High School is part of Wethersfield School District.
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