NEW BRITAIN HIGH SCHOOL

New Britain High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the New Britain School District school district, located in New Britain, CT with about 2,184 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 154 teachers, New Britain High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

New Britain High School, located at 110 Mill Street in New Britain, Connecticut, serves as the sole public high school for the Consolidated School District of New Britain. As a large, comprehensive institution, it hosts a diverse student body and offers a wide array of academic and extracurricular opportunities designed to prepare students for post-secondary success. The school emphasizes a rigorous curriculum that includes Advanced Placement (AP) courses, the Early College Experience (ECE) program through the University of Connecticut, and various Career and Technical Education (CTE) pathways, allowing students to earn college credit or industry certifications before graduation.

Beyond its academic offerings, New Britain High School is deeply integrated into the local community, fostering a culture of school spirit and civic engagement. The school provides an extensive range of athletics, performing arts, and student-led organizations that cater to a broad spectrum of interests. By balancing its focus on academic achievement with robust social-emotional support and community-based learning, the school aims to equip its students with the critical thinking skills, character, and cultural competence necessary to navigate an increasingly globalized world.

For more information, contact New Britain High School at (860) 225-6350 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.