MARK T. SHEEHAN HIGH SCHOOL
Mark T. Sheehan High School is a public high school that is part of the Wallingford School District school district, located in Wallingford, CT with about 772 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 70 teachers, Mark T. Sheehan 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.
Mark T. Sheehan High School, located in Wallingford, Connecticut, is a public secondary school dedicated to fostering a supportive and academically rigorous environment for its students. As part of the Wallingford Public Schools district, the high school emphasizes a well-rounded education that balances challenging coursework with a wide array of extracurricular activities. The school prides itself on preparing students for post-secondary success, whether they choose to pursue higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce, by encouraging critical thinking and personal responsibility.
The school community is characterized by its commitment to student engagement and school spirit. Through its robust athletic programs, performing arts opportunities, and various student organizations, Sheehan High School encourages students to develop their talents and build meaningful connections outside of the classroom. With a focus on both traditional academic achievement and the development of character, the school strives to provide a comprehensive high school experience that reflects the values and needs of the local Wallingford community.
For more information, contact Mark T. Sheehan High School at (203) 294-5900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Wallingford, CT 06492-2254
(203) 294-5900
MARK T. SHEEHAN HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in Wallingford, CT with about 772 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Connecticut
School Details
- Level:
- High School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Wallingford School District
- Total Students:
- 772
- Teachers:
- 70.01
- 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 772 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending MARK T. SHEEHAN HIGH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 78% of the student body.
- White
- 78.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 10.4%
- Asian
- 7.5%
- Black or African American
- 2.8%
- Two or more races
- 1.0%
- Female
- 50.9%
- Male
- 49.1%
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.