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#342 of 990 schools in CT

Top 34% in state

E. O. Smith High School

High School · Regional School District 19

1235 Storrs Rd., Storrs, CT 06268

Enrollment

1,033

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

7.2

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#342 of 990

In Storrs

#2 of 2

public schools

Academic growth

8.7 / 10

Excellent

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E. O. Smith High School

7.2/10

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About E. O. Smith High School

E. O. Smith High School is a public high school in Storrs, CT, part of Regional School District 19.

E. O. Smith High School serves approximately 1,033 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio.

E. O. Smith High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #342 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for E. O. Smith High School show 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.1 pts above CT schools
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • CT avg 6.1

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.91 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.4Excellent25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency74% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency65% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)59% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile75th
College Readiness5.1Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate97%
AP Participation10.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,301
Chronic Absenteeism16.2%

E. O. Smith High School — Students at E. O. Smith High School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

27.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 66.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 78.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from CT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2009
Math
87%
ELA
89%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
44.5%
ELA
54.5%
2015
Math
55%
ELA
82%
2016
Math
64%
ELA
81%
2017
Math
58%
ELA
76%
2018
Math
67%
ELA
80%
2019
Math
67%
ELA
80%
2020*
Math
51%
ELA
70%
2021*
Math
51%
ELA
70%
2022
Math
55%
ELA
74%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How E. O. Smith High School Compares

See how E. O. Smith High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
66th percentile in CT
Academic
8.4/10
Excellent
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
AP Courses
2
State avg: 3
Sports
17
9 boys' · 8 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
27%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
93 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
16.2%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs2 AP courses offered
10.6% participation·State avg: 3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics17sports offered
9 boys'·8 girls'·39 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

1235 Storrs Rd., Storrs, CT 06268

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering E. O. Smith High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Coventry High School (rated 7.3/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Coventry), with a very similar rating. Another option is Arts at the Capitol Theater Magnet School (ACT) (rated 5.5/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Willimantic), a more accessible option. Additionally, Windham Technical High School (rated 4.3/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Willimantic), a more accessible option. For more schools in Storrs, see our Storrs schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Mansfield Middle School Storrs 1.8 mi 8.7
MT HOPE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mansfield Center 4.1 mi
Capt. Nathan Hale School Coventry 3.8 mi 7.6
Coventry High School Coventry 3.8 mi 7.3
Coventry Academy Coventry 3.8 mi
Center School West Willington 4.9 mi 5.7
OAK GROVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mansfield 5.0 mi 6.9
Hall Memorial School West Willington 4.5 mi 5.9
George Hersey Robertson School Coventry 4.5 mi 8.5
W. B. Sweeney School Willimantic 5.4 mi 4.6
Windham Middle School Willimantic 5.6 mi 5.4
Windham High School Willimantic 5.7 mi 4.2
Windham Technical High School Willimantic 5.9 mi 4.3
Arts at the Capitol Theater Magnet School (ACT) Willimantic 6.4 mi 5.5
Natchaug School Willimantic 6.5 mi 6.0
Chaplin Elementary School Chaplin 5.1 mi 7.1
Birch Grove Primary School Tolland 6.1 mi 5.5
North Windham School North Windham 6.2 mi 4.3
Charles H. Barrows STEM Academy North Windham 6.8 mi 8.4
Horace W. Porter School Columbia 7.4 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06268 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,533

Median Home Value

$328,600

Median Rent

$1,442/mo

Population

10,782

College Educated

59.3%

Homeownership

45.3%

Avg Commute

18.8 min

Poverty Rate

28.7%

Median Age

21.9

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Brookfield High School Brookfield, CT 7.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about E. O. Smith High School

What grades does E. O. Smith High School serve?

E. O. Smith High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend E. O. Smith High School?

E. O. Smith High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,033 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at E. O. Smith High School?

The student-teacher ratio at E. O. Smith High School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does E. O. Smith High School rank in CT?

E. O. Smith High School ranks #342 of 990 schools in CT.

What is E. O. Smith High School's MySchoolScout rating?

E. O. Smith High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 E. O. Smith High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, E. O. Smith High School has 66% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 78% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is E. O. Smith High School a charter school?

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

Is E. O. Smith High School a Title I school?

No, E. O. Smith High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for E. O. Smith High School?

27.4% of students at E. O. Smith 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
80 Very Walkable
Bike Score
54 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,033
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
93
Free/Reduced Lunch
27.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Connecticut Planning Region 1
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
16.2%
4-Year Graduation
97.0%

District

Regional School District 19
District Enrollment
1,084
Schools in District
1
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,301
District Rank
#1 of 1

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