NEWINGTON HIGH SCHOOL
Newington High School is a public high school that is part of the Newington School District school district, located in Newington, CT with about 1,287 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 93 teachers, Newington 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.
Newington High School, located at 605 Willard Avenue in Newington, Connecticut, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the town's school district. Operating under the Newington Public Schools system, the high school is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic achievement, personal growth, and civic responsibility. The school offers a comprehensive curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary success, whether they intend to pursue higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce.
In addition to its core academic offerings, Newington High School provides a variety of extracurricular activities, including athletics, performing arts, and student-led clubs, which encourage students to develop well-rounded interests and leadership skills. The institution places a strong focus on utilizing technology in the classroom and maintaining high standards of instructional quality to support a diverse student body. For more detailed information regarding school policies, academic calendars, and specific program offerings, residents and families are encouraged to visit their official website at [www.npsct.org](http://www.npsct.org/).
For more information, contact Newington High School at (860) 666-5611 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Newington, CT 06111-2648
(860) 666-5611
http://www.npsct.org/
NEWINGTON HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Newington, CT with about 1,287 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Connecticut
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Newington School District
- Total Students:
- 1,287
- Teachers:
- 93.7
- NSLP Status:1
- Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
- Qualified free lunch:
- 0
- Qualified reduced-price lunch:
- 0
- Title I Status:2
- Not a Title I school
- Virtual:
- Not Virtual
* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.
1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch
2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.
School Demographics for 1,287 students
- White
- 62.9%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 16.3%
- Asian
- 10.3%
- Black or African American
- 5.6%
- Two or more races
- 4.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 46.5%
- Male
- 53.5%
Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.