Serving 1,308 students in grades 9-12, Shelton High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (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 46% 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: 1,308 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Graduation Rate: 91% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Shelton High School's student population of 1,308 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 91 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,308 students
Total Classroom Teachers
91 teachers
School Rankings
Shelton 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 Shelton High School is 0.63, 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
#460 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
26%
32%
Black
11%
12%
White
54%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
91%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shelton High School's ranking?
Shelton High School is ranked #460 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Shelton High School often compared to?
Shelton High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Amity Regional High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shelton High School?
The graduation rate of Shelton High School is 91%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Shelton High School?
1,308 students attend Shelton High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Shelton High School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shelton High School?
Shelton High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Shelton High School offer ?
Shelton High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shelton High School part of?
Shelton High School is part of Shelton School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School [Shelton High School] [Public calendar]
June 16, 2026 (Tuesday)
First Day of School for Students [Shelton High School] [Public calendar]
August 31, 2026 (Monday)
Tentative Early Dismissal/Last Day of School [Shelton High School] [Public calendar]
June 14, 2027 (Monday)
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