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Windsor Locks High School

High School · Windsor Locks School District

58 South Elm St., Windsor Locks, CT 06096

Enrollment

378

Student-Teacher

8.8:1

Score

5.5

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#657 of 990

In Windsor Locks

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Windsor Locks School District

School environment

7.5 / 10

Very Good

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Windsor Locks High School

5.5/10

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

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7.1/10

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5.5/10

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About Windsor Locks High School

Windsor Locks High School is a public high school in Windsor Locks, CT, part of Windsor Locks School District. Windsor Locks High School serves approximately 378 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 8.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Windsor Locks High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #657 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Windsor Locks High School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% 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

What Parents Should Know

At 8.8:1 students to teachers, Windsor Locks 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress4.6Below Average25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.72 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.1Below Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)49% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-14.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile22th
College Readiness6.2Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate92%
AP Participation25.4%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$29,815
Chronic Absenteeism25.7%

Windsor Locks High School — Students at Windsor Locks High School score 34% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 49%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

39.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 41.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 59.7% (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
82%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2013
Math
24.5%
ELA
24.5%
2014
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
37%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
22%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
22%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
47%

* 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: 4.6/10.

How Windsor Locks High School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.5/10
34th percentile in CT
Academic
4.1/10
Below Average
Growth
4.6/10
Below Average
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good
AP Courses
4
State avg: 3
Sports
23
14 boys' · 9 girls'
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
40%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
43 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.7%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs4 AP courses offered
25.4% participation·State avg: 3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Athletics23sports offered
14 boys'·9 girls'·34 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

58 South Elm St., Windsor Locks, CT 06096

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Windsor Locks High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. SUFFIELD ACADEMY (rated 7.2/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Suffield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Suffield High School (rated 6.8/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby West Suffield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Enfield High School (rated 6.2/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Enfield), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Windsor Locks, see our Windsor Locks schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
South Elementary School Windsor Locks 0.3 mi 7.1
Windsor Locks Middle School Windsor Locks 0.7 mi 5.5
North Street School Windsor Locks 1.2 mi 7.9
Academy of Aerospace and Engineering Windsor 1.8 mi 4.6
East Windsor High School East Windsor 2.1 mi 5.5
Poquonock Elementary School Windsor 2.1 mi 9.7
Oliver Ellsworth School Windsor 2.7 mi 8.5
Academy of Computer Science and Engineering Enfield 2.9 mi 4.8
PRAISE POWER & PRAYER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Windsor 3.7 mi 6.0
WINDSOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Windsor 4.4 mi
SUFFIELD ACADEMY Suffield 4.4 mi 7.2
McAlister Intermediate School Suffield 4.5 mi 6.1
Suffield Middle School Suffield 4.5 mi 7.0
ST GABRIEL SCHOOL Windsor 4.8 mi 6.7
Enfield High School Enfield 4.6 mi 6.2
Enfield Street School Enfield 4.6 mi 9.4
Suffield High School West Suffield 4.8 mi 6.8
A. Ward Spaulding School Suffield 4.9 mi 6.1
Windsor High School Windsor 5.4 mi 5.5
Edgar H. Parkman School Enfield 4.2 mi 5.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06096 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$90,417

Median Home Value

$236,800

Median Rent

$1,290/mo

Population

12,555

College Educated

26.4%

Homeownership

79.9%

Avg Commute

22.2 min

Poverty Rate

9.6%

Median Age

42.1

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
East Windsor High School East Windsor, CT 5.5
IMMACULATE HIGH SCHOOL Danbury, CT 5.5
NOTRE DAME HIGH SCHOOL West Haven, CT 5.5
Terryville High School Terryville, CT 5.5
Bloomfield High School Bloomfield, CT 5.6
East Hampton High School East Hampton, CT 5.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Windsor Locks High School

What grades does Windsor Locks High School serve?

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

How many students attend Windsor Locks High School?

Windsor Locks High School has an enrollment of approximately 378 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Windsor Locks 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 Windsor Locks High School rank in CT?

Windsor Locks High School ranks #657 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Windsor Locks High School's MySchoolScout rating?

Windsor Locks 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 Locks High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Windsor Locks High School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Windsor Locks High School a charter school?

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

Is Windsor Locks High School a Title I school?

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

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

39.7% of students at Windsor Locks 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
15 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
378
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
43
Free/Reduced Lunch
39.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 1
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.7%
4-Year Graduation
92.0%

District

Windsor Locks School District
District Enrollment
1,487
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$29,815
District Rank
#3 of 4

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