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Windsor High School

High School · Windsor School District

50 Sage Park Rd., Windsor, CT 06095

Enrollment

1,119

Student-Teacher

10.4:1

Score

5.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#656 of 990

In Windsor

#5 of 7

public schools

In district

#5 of 6

Windsor School District

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5.5/10

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About Windsor High School

Windsor High School is a public high school in Windsor, CT, part of Windsor School District. Windsor High School serves approximately 1,119 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 10.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Windsor High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #656 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Windsor High School show 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

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

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress5.3Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.43 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency26% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency51% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency39% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)45% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-6.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
College Readiness5.1Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate89%
AP Participation21.8%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,872
Chronic Absenteeism25%

Windsor High School — Students at Windsor High School score 38% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 45%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

45.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 43.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 60.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 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
76%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
79%
ELA
72%
2011
Math
73%
ELA
66%
2012
Math
74%
ELA
74%
2013
Math
69%
ELA
78%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
30%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
63%
2017
Math
31%
ELA
60%
2018
Math
26%
ELA
53%
2019
Math
26%
ELA
53%
2020*
Math
26%
ELA
55%
2021*
Math
26%
ELA
55%
2022
Math
26%
ELA
51%

* 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: 5.3/10.

How Windsor High School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
34th percentile in CT
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
5.3/10
Average
Environment
6.9/10
Average
AP Courses
4
State avg: 3
Sports
24
12 boys' · 12 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
45%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
108 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.0%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
21.8% participation·State avg: 3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics24sports offered
12 boys'·12 girls'·52 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22
Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

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

Location

50 Sage Park Rd., Windsor, CT 06095

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Windsor High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. THE LOOMIS CHAFFEE SCHOOL (rated 8.3/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Academy of Aerospace and Engineering (rated 4.6/10, 3.5 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Bulkeley High School (rated 4.0/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Hartford), a more accessible option. For more schools in Windsor, see our Windsor schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Sage Park Middle School Windsor 0.2 mi 4.9
ST GABRIEL SCHOOL Windsor 0.7 mi 6.7
Clover Street School Windsor 0.9 mi 6.8
THE LOOMIS CHAFFEE SCHOOL Windsor 0.8 mi 8.3
John F. Kennedy School Windsor 1.1 mi 6.5
WINDSOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Windsor 1.4 mi
PRAISE POWER & PRAYER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Windsor 1.9 mi 6.0
Oliver Ellsworth School Windsor 2.8 mi 8.5
Milner Middle School Hartford 3.3 mi 5.0
Academy of Aerospace and Engineering Windsor 3.5 mi 4.6
Metacomet School Bloomfield 3.1 mi 5.2
OAK HILL SCHOOL Hartford 3.9 mi 7.2
Bulkeley High School Hartford 3.8 mi 4.0
Poquonock Elementary School Windsor 4.3 mi 9.7
Carmen Arace Middle School Bloomfield 3.4 mi 4.3
Carmen Arace Intermediate School Bloomfield 3.4 mi 4.8
Anna E. Norris School East Hartford 4.3 mi 6.5
Rawson School Hartford 4.1 mi 3.6
Laurel Literacy Academy Bloomfield 3.5 mi 9.6
Robert J. O'Brien School East Hartford 4.2 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06095 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,548

Median Home Value

$283,800

Median Rent

$1,587/mo

Population

29,367

College Educated

43.9%

Homeownership

81.9%

Avg Commute

21.9 min

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Median Age

42.7

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Waterbury Arts Magnet School Waterbury, CT 5.4
Academy of International Studies 6-12 Bloomfield, CT 5.2
Plainville High School Plainville, CT 5.2
Platt Technical High School Milford, CT 5.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Windsor High School

What grades does Windsor High School serve?

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

How many students attend Windsor High School?

Windsor High School has an enrollment of approximately 1,119 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Windsor High School is 10.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Windsor High School rank in CT?

Windsor High School ranks #656 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Windsor High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Windsor 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 Windsor High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Windsor High School has 44% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Windsor High School a charter school?

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

Is Windsor High School a Title I school?

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

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

45.4% of students at Windsor 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
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
31 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
1,119
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
108
Free/Reduced Lunch
45.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 1
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.0%
4-Year Graduation
89.0%

District

Windsor School District
District Enrollment
3,342
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,872
District Rank
#5 of 6

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