Below Average
#853 of 990 schools in CT
Windham High School
High School · Windham School District
355 High St., Willimantic, CT 06226
Enrollment
675
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
675
Student-Teacher
10.9:1
Score
4.2
Grades
9th – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#853 of 990
In Willimantic
#6 of 6
public schools
In district
#7 of 7
Windham School District
Academic growth
7.2 / 10
Very Good
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Windham High School
High School in Willimantic · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Windham High School
Windham High School is a public high school in Willimantic, CT, part of Windham School District. Windham High School serves approximately 675 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Windham High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 out of 10 and ranks #853 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for Windham High School show 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.2 · Below Average
- CT avg 6.1
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Windham 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.
51% of students at Windham High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Windham High School — Students at Windham High School score 15% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 23%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
74.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 7.2/10.
How Windham High School Compares
See how Windham 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
355 High St., Willimantic, CT 06226
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Windham High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. E. O. Smith High School (rated 7.2/10, 5.7 miles away, in nearby Storrs), which scores notably higher. Another option is Lyman Memorial High School (rated 6.4/10, 7.0 miles away, in nearby Lebanon), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Parish Hill High School (rated 6.1/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Chaplin), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Willimantic, see our Willimantic schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Windham Technical High School Willimantic | 0.4 mi | 4.3 |
| Arts at the Capitol Theater Magnet School (ACT) Willimantic | 0.7 mi | 5.5 |
| Natchaug School Willimantic | 0.8 mi | 6.0 |
| Windham Middle School Willimantic | 0.7 mi | 5.4 |
| W. B. Sweeney School Willimantic | 0.7 mi | 4.6 |
| OAK GROVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mansfield | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| Charles H. Barrows STEM Academy North Windham | 2.0 mi | 8.4 |
| MT HOPE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mansfield Center | 2.8 mi | — |
| Mansfield Middle School Storrs | 3.9 mi | 8.7 |
| Windham Center School Windham | 3.2 mi | 5.4 |
| North Windham School North Windham | 3.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Lebanon Elementary School Lebanon | 5.8 mi | 8.5 |
| E. O. Smith High School Storrs | 5.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Horace W. Porter School Columbia | 4.6 mi | 5.2 |
| Chaplin Elementary School Chaplin | 5.7 mi | 7.1 |
| Lebanon Middle School Lebanon | 6.9 mi | 7.1 |
| George Hersey Robertson School Coventry | 5.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Lyman Memorial High School Lebanon | 7.0 mi | 6.4 |
| Capt. Nathan Hale School Coventry | 6.4 mi | 7.6 |
| Parish Hill High School Chaplin | 6.0 mi | 6.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06226 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,103
Median Home Value
$181,100
Median Rent
$1,084/mo
Population
19,068
College Educated
21.7%
Homeownership
34.8%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
25.9%
Median Age
32.1
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Hartford Public High School Hartford, CT | 4.2 |
| XAVIER HIGH SCHOOL Middletown, CT | 4.2 |
| Windham Technical High School Willimantic, CT | 4.3 |
| E. C. Goodwin Technical High School New Britain, CT | 4.1 |
| Bulkeley High School Hartford, CT | 4.0 |
| Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy Hartford, CT | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Windham High School
What grades does Windham High School serve?
Windham High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.
How many students attend Windham High School?
Windham High School has an enrollment of approximately 675 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Windham High School?
The student-teacher ratio at Windham High School is 10.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Windham High School rank in CT?
Windham High School ranks #853 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Windham High School's MySchoolScout rating?
Windham High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.2 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 Windham High School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Windham High School has 22% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Windham High School a charter school?
No, Windham High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Windham High School a Title I school?
No, Windham High School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Windham High School?
74.5% of students at Windham 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
- 675
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 62
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 74.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 8
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 50.5%
- Phone
- (860) 465-2480
- 4-Year Graduation
- 82.0%
Resources & Links
District
Windham School District- District Enrollment
- 3,226
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,646
- District Rank
- #7 of 7
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