Joseph A. Foran High School is a public high school located in Milford, Connecticut. The school serves about 1,000 students in grades 9–12 in the Milford Public Schools system.
Serving 727 students in grades 9-12, Joseph A. Foran 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 727 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Graduation Rate: 94% (Top 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joseph A. Foran High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Joseph A. Foran High School's student population of 727 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
727 students
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Year Founded
1973
Colors
White, Blue, Red
School Calendar
School Rankings
Joseph A. Foran 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 Joseph A. Foran High School is 0.43, 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
#362 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
12%
32%
Black
5%
12%
White
74%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
94%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Milford School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Lions
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph A. Foran High School's ranking?
Joseph A. Foran High School is ranked #362 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Joseph A. Foran High School often compared to?
Joseph A. Foran High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jonathan Law High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Joseph A. Foran High School?
The graduation rate of Joseph A. Foran High School is 94%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Joseph A. Foran High School?
727 students attend Joseph A. Foran High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Joseph A. Foran High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph A. Foran High School?
Joseph A. Foran High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Joseph A. Foran High School offer ?
Joseph A. Foran High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Joseph A. Foran High School part of?
Joseph A. Foran High School is part of Milford School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
Poor administration and staff. Teachers are not held accountable.
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