Newtown High School is an accredited public high school in Newtown, Connecticut, United States. As of the 2021–2022 school year, the school serves 1,398 students in grades 9–12 and employs 214.6 full-time faculty members. It is the only high school of the Newtown Public Schools.
Serving 1,254 students in grades 9-12, Newtown High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 59% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% 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: 1,254 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Newtown High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Newtown High School's student population of 1,254 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 109 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,254 students
Total Classroom Teachers
109 teachers
Year Founded
1948
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Newtown High School ranks within the top 30% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newtown High School is 0.36, 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
#209 out of 939 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
13%
32%
Black
2%
12%
White
79%
46%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newtown High School's ranking?
Newtown High School is ranked #209 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Newtown High School often compared to?
Newtown High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookfield High School, Ridgefield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Newtown High School?
The graduation rate of Newtown High School is 98%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Newtown High School?
1,254 students attend Newtown High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Newtown High School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Newtown High School?
Newtown High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Newtown High School offer ?
Newtown High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Newtown High School part of?
Newtown High School is part of Newtown School District.
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