Amity High School is a regional public high school located in Woodbridge, Connecticut, United States. It provides high school education for the children in the towns of Woodbridge, Orange, and Bethany.
Serving 1,347 students in grades 9-12, Amity Regional High School ranks in the top 20% 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 60% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 86% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,347 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 60% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amity Regional High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Amity Regional High School's student population of 1,347 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 122 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,347 students
Total Classroom Teachers
122 teachers
Year Founded
1954
Colors
Black, Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Rankings
Amity Regional High School ranks within the top 20% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amity Regional 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
#131 out of 939 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
5%
Hispanic
11%
32%
Black
4%
12%
White
66%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Regional School District 05
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Spartans
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amity Regional High School's ranking?
Amity Regional High School is ranked #131 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 86% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Amity Regional High School?
The graduation rate of Amity Regional High School is 96%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Amity Regional High School?
1,347 students attend Amity Regional High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Amity Regional High School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Amity Regional High School?
Amity Regional High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Amity Regional High School offer ?
Amity Regional High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Amity Regional High School part of?
Amity Regional High School is part of Regional School District 05.
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