Southington High School is a public high school located at 720 Pleasant Street in Southington, Connecticut. It is the only high school in Southington.
Serving 1,920 students in grades 9-12, Southington High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,920 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Southington High School's student population of 1,920 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 142 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,920 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
142 teachers
Year Founded
1848
Colors
White, Blue
School Rankings
Southington High School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southington High School is 0.41, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#336 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
64%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
12%
31%
Black
3%
12%
White
76%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Blue Knight
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southington High School's ranking?
Southington High School is ranked #336 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Southington High School?
The graduation rate of Southington High School is 95%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Southington High School?
1,920 students attend Southington High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Southington High School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southington High School?
Southington High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Southington High School offer ?
Southington High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southington High School part of?
Southington High School is part of Southington School District.
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