BRISTOL EASTERN HIGH SCHOOL

Bristol Eastern High School is a public high school that is part of the Bristol School District school district, located in Bristol, CT with about 1,116 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 80 teachers, Bristol Eastern High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Bristol Eastern High School, located at 632 King Street in Bristol, Connecticut, serves as one of the two primary public high schools within the Bristol Public Schools district. The school is well-regarded for its commitment to providing a comprehensive academic curriculum alongside a wide array of extracurricular opportunities, including competitive athletics, performing arts, and various student-led clubs. It operates with a focus on preparing students for post-secondary success, whether they intend to pursue higher education, enter the workforce, or enlist in the military.

The school is deeply integrated into the local community and is recognized for its strong school spirit, often centered around its mascot, the Lancers. Beyond standard classroom instruction, Bristol Eastern emphasizes a supportive environment that fosters character development, social-emotional learning, and civic responsibility. By balancing rigorous graduation requirements with diverse elective pathways, the institution aims to cultivate a diverse student body capable of meeting the challenges of a modern, globalized society.

For more information, contact Bristol Eastern High School at (860) 584-7876 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.