COGINCHAUG REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

Coginchaug Regional High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Regional School District 13 school district, located in Durham, CT with about 532 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 51 teachers, Coginchaug Regional High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Coginchaug Regional High School, located in Durham, Connecticut, serves as the primary secondary school for Regional School District 13, which encompasses the towns of Durham and Middlefield. Known for its strong sense of community, the school emphasizes a balanced academic experience that prepares students for post-secondary success through a comprehensive curriculum, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses and a variety of elective options. The school is well-regarded for its commitment to personalized learning and its efforts to foster a supportive environment where faculty and students maintain close, collaborative relationships.

Beyond the classroom, Coginchaug offers a robust extracurricular program, featuring a wide range of interscholastic athletics, student-led clubs, and fine arts initiatives. The school’s mascot, the Blue Devil, is a source of significant local pride, often highlighting the school’s active engagement in regional sports and community events. By integrating traditional academic rigor with opportunities for creative expression and leadership development, Coginchaug Regional High School aims to cultivate well-rounded, civic-minded graduates who are ready to contribute to their local and global communities.

For more information, contact Coginchaug Regional High School at (860) 349-7215 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.