Bolton High School is a public high school located at 72 Brandy Street, Bolton, Connecticut. Bolton participates in the North Central Connecticut Conference for athletics, and competes as a Class "S" school.
Serving 212 students in grades 9-12, Bolton 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bolton High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Bolton High School's student population of 212 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
212 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
Average Class Size
15 students
School Rankings
Bolton High School 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 Bolton High School is 0.38, 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
#301 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
10%
32%
Black
6%
12%
White
78%
46%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bulldog
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bolton High School's ranking?
Bolton High School is ranked #301 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Bolton High School often compared to?
Bolton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like E. O. Smith High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Bolton High School?
The graduation rate of Bolton High School is 95%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Bolton High School?
212 students attend Bolton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Bolton High School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bolton High School?
Bolton High School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bolton High School offer ?
Bolton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bolton High School part of?
Bolton High School is part of Bolton School District.
School Calendar
View the Bolton High School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
First Day of School
August 26, 2026 (Wednesday)
Last Day to Add or Drop Classes
September 11, 2026 (Friday)
Thanksgiving Break-No School
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Spring Break-No School
April 10, 2027 (Saturday)
Last Day of School
June 08, 2027 (Tuesday)
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
This school is not that good. The students here are not friendly and self absorbed. Good grades are handed out when not deserved. The education here is low class. These students cannot even spell. The school band is terrible. Especially the saxophones.
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