Newington High School is a public high school located in Newington, Connecticut, on Route 173/Willard Avenue. Its address is 605 Willard Avenue. All students in the town of Newington seeking a public high school education attend Newington High School.
Serving 1,255 students in grades 9-12, Newington 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 43% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% 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: 1,255 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 43% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newington High School's student population of 1,255 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 90 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,255 students
Total Classroom Teachers
90 teachers
Year Founded
1951
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Onward and Upward
School Rankings
Newington 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 Newington High School is 0.65, 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
#437 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
28%
32%
Black
6%
12%
White
51%
46%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Nor'easters
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newington High School's ranking?
Newington High School is ranked #437 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
43% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newington High School?
The graduation rate of Newington High School is 94%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Newington High School?
1,255 students attend Newington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Newington High School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newington High School?
Newington High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Newington High School offer ?
Newington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Newington High School part of?
Newington High School is part of Newington School District.
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