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Ansonia High School

High School · Ansonia School District

20 Pulaski Hwy., Ansonia, CT 06401

Enrollment

593

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

5.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#638 of 990

In Ansonia

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#1 of 4

Ansonia School District

Academic growth

9.3 / 10

Excellent

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Ansonia High School

5.5/10

High School in Ansonia · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.2/10

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About Ansonia High School

Ansonia High School is a public high school in Ansonia, CT, part of Ansonia School District. Ansonia High School serves approximately 593 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Ansonia High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #638 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Ansonia High School show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below CT schools
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • CT avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Ansonia High School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress9.3Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data8
Annual Change-1.45 pts/yr
Data Period2015–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.1Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)35% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
College Readiness3.8Needs Improvement30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate87%
AP Participation12.1%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment5.0Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,951
Chronic Absenteeism20.1%

Ansonia High School — Students at Ansonia High School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 35%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

58.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 19.5% (multi-year average, 2015-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 43.9% (multi-year average, 2015-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 16 test records from CT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2015
Math
22%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
17%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2022
Math
17%
ELA
37%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.3/10.

How Ansonia High School Compares

See how Ansonia High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
36th percentile in CT
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
9.3/10
Excellent
Environment
5.0/10
Average
AP Courses
3
State avg: 3
Sports
11
5 boys' · 6 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
59%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
20.1%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs3 AP courses offered
12.1% participation·State avg: 3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics11sports offered
5 boys'·6 girls'·17 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

20 Pulaski Hwy., Ansonia, CT 06401

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Ansonia High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Emmett O'Brien Technical High School (rated 6.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Shelton High School (rated 6.0/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Shelton), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Derby High School (rated 4.7/10, 1.8 miles away, in nearby Derby), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Ansonia, see our Ansonia schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Emmett O'Brien Technical High School Ansonia 0.6 mi 6.2
Prendergast School Ansonia 0.5 mi 3.1
Bradley School Derby 0.6 mi 7.7
Mead School Ansonia 1.1 mi 2.6
Irving School Derby 1.2 mi 5.1
Ansonia Middle School Ansonia 1.4 mi 5.5
ST MARY & ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Derby 1.2 mi 6.2
ASSUMPTION SCHOOL Ansonia 1.7 mi 3.4
Derby High School Derby 1.8 mi 4.7
Little Raiders University Derby 1.8 mi 4.4
Derby Middle School Derby 1.8 mi 4.7
Sunnyside School Shelton 2.5 mi 7.9
Perry Hill Elementary School Shelton 2.1 mi 6.2
THE FOUNDATION SCHOOL ORANGE Orange 2.7 mi
Turkey Hill School Orange 2.7 mi 8.4
Shelton High School Shelton 2.8 mi 6.0
Long Hill School Shelton 3.5 mi 7.6
Intermediate School Shelton 2.9 mi 6.7
Beecher Road School Woodbridge 2.9 mi 9.2
Mary L. Tracy School Orange 3.8 mi 5.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06401 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,953

Median Home Value

$268,400

Median Rent

$1,405/mo

Population

19,160

College Educated

22.9%

Homeownership

58.8%

Avg Commute

25.7 min

Poverty Rate

8.5%

Median Age

39.8

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Eli Whitney Technical High School Hamden, CT 5.5
H. C. Wilcox Technical High School Meriden, CT 5.5
IMMACULATE HIGH SCHOOL Danbury, CT 5.5
Ledyard High School Ledyard, CT 5.5
NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL West Haven, CT 5.5
Terryville High School Terryville, CT 5.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Ansonia High School

What grades does Ansonia High School serve?

Ansonia High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Ansonia High School?

Ansonia High School has an enrollment of approximately 593 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Ansonia High School?

The student-teacher ratio at Ansonia High School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Ansonia High School rank in CT?

Ansonia High School ranks #638 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Ansonia High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Ansonia High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Ansonia High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Ansonia High School has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 44% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).

Is Ansonia High School a charter school?

No, Ansonia High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Ansonia High School a Title I school?

No, Ansonia High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Ansonia High School?

58.5% of students at Ansonia High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
593
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
58.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 4
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
20.1%
4-Year Graduation
87.0%

District

Ansonia School District
District Enrollment
2,397
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,951
District Rank
#1 of 4

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