HOUSATONIC VALLEY REGIONAL HIGH SCHOOL

Housatonic Valley Regional High School is a Title I public high school that is part of the Regional School District 01 school district, located in Falls Village, CT with about 380 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. 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 33 teachers, Housatonic Valley Regional High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Housatonic Valley Regional High School (HVRHS), located in the rural community of Falls Village, Connecticut, serves as a central educational hub for the six towns of the Region One School District. Known for its picturesque campus nestled in the Litchfield Hills, the school places a strong emphasis on community connection and academic excellence. It offers a comprehensive curriculum that balances rigorous college-preparatory coursework with robust vocational and technical programs, including its well-regarded agricultural science and technology program, which draws on the region’s deep-rooted farming heritage.

Beyond the classroom, HVRHS is distinguished by its vibrant extracurricular culture, which includes a wide array of athletic teams, arts programs, and student organizations. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive, small-school environment where faculty and staff are deeply invested in individual student growth. By integrating traditional academics with hands-on learning opportunities and a commitment to civic responsibility, Housatonic Valley Regional High School aims to prepare its diverse student body for success in higher education, the workforce, and active community participation.

For more information, contact Housatonic Valley Regional High School at (860) 824-5123 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.