Serving 427 students in grades 9-12, Windsor Locks 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 427 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Windsor Locks High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Windsor Locks High School's student population of 427 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
427 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Windsor Locks 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 Windsor Locks High School is 0.62, 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
#456 out of 940 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
18%
29%
Black
13%
13%
White
57%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Windsor Locks High School's ranking?
Windsor Locks High School is ranked #456 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Windsor Locks High School often compared to?
Windsor Locks High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Granby High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Windsor Locks High School?
The graduation rate of Windsor Locks High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 90%.
How many students attend Windsor Locks High School?
427 students attend Windsor Locks High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Windsor Locks High School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Windsor Locks High School?
Windsor Locks High School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Windsor Locks High School offer ?
Windsor Locks High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Windsor Locks High School part of?
Windsor Locks High School is part of Windsor Locks School District.
School Reviews
2 6/14/2010
Blah academic programs. Teachers try to be cool like students. Music is great. Loved the music department, a lot of effort there, but needed more funding. Over zealous athletic programs. They're slowly improving the facilities. Parents don't really do much past elementary school.
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