South Windsor High School is located in South Windsor, Connecticut. It currently serves grades 9-12 with approximately 1,364 students and a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. It is the only high school in South Windsor, but also admits students from Hartford through the Open Choice Program.
Serving 1,442 students in grades 9-12, South Windsor 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 51% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (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 56% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,442 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Graduation Rate: 97% (Top 5% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 51% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Windsor High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
South Windsor High School's student population of 1,442 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 126 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,442 students
Total Classroom Teachers
126 teachers
Year Founded
1961
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Windsor 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 South Windsor High School is 0.68, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#295 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
33%
5%
Hispanic
11%
32%
Black
8%
12%
White
44%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
97%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
South Windsor School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bobcats
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Windsor High School's ranking?
South Windsor High School is ranked #295 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?
51% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of South Windsor High School?
The graduation rate of South Windsor High School is 97%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend South Windsor High School?
1,442 students attend South Windsor High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of South Windsor High School students are White, 33% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Windsor High School?
South Windsor High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does South Windsor High School offer ?
South Windsor High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Windsor High School part of?
South Windsor High School is part of South Windsor School District.
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