East Lyme High School
966 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
East Lyme High School, located at 30 Chesterfield Rd. in East Lyme, Connecticut, is the sole public high school serving the East Lyme Public Schools district. It is widely recognized for maintaining high academic standards and offering a rigorous curriculum that includes a robust selection of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, honors programs, and comprehensive elective offerings. The school emphasizes a holistic approach to education, aiming to prepare students for post-secondary success by fostering critical thinking, intellectual curiosity, and community engagement.
Beyond its academic reputation, East Lyme High School is known for its active school culture and strong commitment to student development outside the classroom. The school hosts a wide array of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletic programs, award-winning performing arts departments, and various student-led clubs and organizations. By balancing a challenging instructional environment with diverse opportunities for social and creative expression, the school strives to cultivate a supportive atmosphere that encourages students to pursue their individual interests while preparing them for the challenges of college and career life.
Beyond its academic reputation, East Lyme High School is known for its active school culture and strong commitment to student development outside the classroom. The school hosts a wide array of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletic programs, award-winning performing arts departments, and various student-led clubs and organizations. By balancing a challenging instructional environment with diverse opportunities for social and creative expression, the school strives to cultivate a supportive atmosphere that encourages students to pursue their individual interests while preparing them for the challenges of college and career life.
966
Total Students
91.2
Full-Time Teachers
10.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
22.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 736 |
| Hispanic | 74 |
| Black | 14 |
| Asian | 85 |
| Two or More | 50 |
| American Indian | 4 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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White736 (76.3 %)
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Asian85 (8.8 %)
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Hispanic74 (7.7 %)
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Two or More50 (5.2 %)
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Black14 (1.5 %)
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American Indian4 (0.4 %)
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Pacific Islander2 (0.2 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | High School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | East Lyme School District |
| Phone: | (860)739-6946 |
| Website: | http://www.eastlymeschools.org/ |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 966 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 91.2 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 10.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 162 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 54 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
245
Grade 10
226
Grade 11
248
Grade 12
247
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 245 |
| Grade 10 | 226 |
| Grade 11 | 248 |
| Grade 12 | 247 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 470 | 48.7% |
| Male | 495 | 51.2% |
| Not Specified | 1 | 0.1% |
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