Very Good
#289 of 990 schools in CT
Top 29% in state
Old Saybrook Senior High School
High School · Old Saybrook School District
1111 Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook, CT 06475
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
345
Student-Teacher
8.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#289 of 990
In Old Saybrook
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 3
Old Saybrook School District
School environment
9.1 / 10
Excellent
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About Old Saybrook Senior High School
Old Saybrook Senior High School is a public high school in Old Saybrook, CT, part of Old Saybrook School District. Old Saybrook Senior High School serves approximately 345 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Old Saybrook Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #289 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for Old Saybrook Senior High School show 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- CT avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Old Saybrook Senior High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Score Breakdown
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Old Saybrook Senior High School — Students at Old Saybrook Senior High School score 62% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
21.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from CT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 7.0/10.
How Old Saybrook Senior High School Compares
See how Old Saybrook Senior High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1111 Boston Post Rd., Old Saybrook, CT 06475
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Old Saybrook Senior High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Lyme-Old Lyme High School (rated 9.0/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Old Lyme), which scores notably higher. Another option is Valley Regional High School (rated 8.3/10, 6.3 miles away, in nearby Deep River), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Westbrook High School (rated 8.0/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Westbrook), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Old Saybrook, see our Old Saybrook schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Kathleen E. Goodwin School Old Saybrook | 0.8 mi | 8.1 |
| ST JOHN SCHOOL Old Saybrook | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| Old Saybrook Middle School Old Saybrook | 1.3 mi | 7.7 |
| Daisy Ingraham School Westbrook | 2.3 mi | 8.2 |
| THE CHILDREN'S TREE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Old Saybrook | 2.9 mi | 6.7 |
| Westbrook High School Westbrook | 3.0 mi | 8.0 |
| Westbrook Middle School Westbrook | 3.1 mi | 9.1 |
| Essex Elementary School Centerbrook | 4.4 mi | 9.0 |
| Center School Old Lyme | 4.1 mi | 5.8 |
| Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School Old Lyme | 4.2 mi | 8.6 |
| Lyme-Old Lyme High School Old Lyme | 4.2 mi | 9.0 |
| John Winthrop Middle School Deep River | 6.1 mi | 6.4 |
| Valley Regional High School Deep River | 6.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Deep River Elementary School Deep River | 7.0 mi | 9.3 |
| Mile Creek School Old Lyme | 5.9 mi | 9.2 |
| Jared Eliot School Clinton | 6.4 mi | 6.6 |
| MONTESSORI CIRCLE OF FRIENDS Chester | 8.3 mi | — |
| Lewin G. Joel Jr. School Clinton | 6.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Chester Elementary School Chester | 8.5 mi | 9.0 |
| The Morgan School Clinton | 7.1 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06475 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$119,500
Median Home Value
$479,100
Median Rent
$1,823/mo
Population
10,515
College Educated
56.6%
Homeownership
85.4%
Avg Commute
30 min
Poverty Rate
4.9%
Median Age
55.8
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Old Saybrook Senior High School
What grades does Old Saybrook Senior High School serve?
Old Saybrook Senior High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Old Saybrook Senior High School?
Old Saybrook Senior High School has an enrollment of approximately 345 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Old Saybrook Senior High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Old Saybrook Senior High School is 8.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Old Saybrook Senior High School rank in CT?
Old Saybrook Senior High School ranks #289 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Old Saybrook Senior High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Old Saybrook Senior High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Old Saybrook Senior High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Old Saybrook Senior High School has 63% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Old Saybrook Senior High School a charter school?
No, Old Saybrook Senior High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Old Saybrook Senior High School a Title I school?
No, Old Saybrook Senior High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Old Saybrook Senior High School?
21.4% of students at Old Saybrook Senior 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 9th – 12th
- Enrollment
- 345
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 8.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 21.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 3
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.4%
- Phone
- (860) 395-3175
- 4-Year Graduation
- 95%+
Resources & Links
District
Old Saybrook School District- District Enrollment
- 1,030
- Schools in District
- 3
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $30,849
- District Rank
- #3 of 3
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