Daniel Hand High School
828 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Daniel Hand High School, located in Madison, Connecticut, is a highly regarded public secondary school serving students in grades 9 through 12. As the sole public high school in the Madison Public Schools district, it is well-known for its strong emphasis on academic excellence, boasting consistently high performance ratings and a comprehensive curriculum. The school fosters a rigorous learning environment that prepares students for post-secondary success, offering a wide array of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, honors classes, and elective programs designed to challenge students across various disciplines.
Beyond its academic offerings, Daniel Hand High School is deeply invested in developing well-rounded individuals through an extensive range of extracurricular activities. The school maintains a competitive athletic program, a vibrant arts department, and numerous student-led clubs and organizations that encourage community involvement and leadership. By blending a supportive campus culture with a commitment to both intellectual growth and extracurricular engagement, the school aims to cultivate responsible, lifelong learners who are prepared to contribute positively to their local and global communities.
Beyond its academic offerings, Daniel Hand High School is deeply invested in developing well-rounded individuals through an extensive range of extracurricular activities. The school maintains a competitive athletic program, a vibrant arts department, and numerous student-led clubs and organizations that encourage community involvement and leadership. By blending a supportive campus culture with a commitment to both intellectual growth and extracurricular engagement, the school aims to cultivate responsible, lifelong learners who are prepared to contribute positively to their local and global communities.
828
Total Students
86.5
Full-Time Teachers
9.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
5.0%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 696 |
| Hispanic | 50 |
| Black | 8 |
| Asian | 27 |
| Two or More | 42 |
| American Indian | 2 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White696 (84.3 %)
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Hispanic50 (6.1 %)
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Two or More42 (5.1 %)
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Asian27 (3.3 %)
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Black8 (1.0 %)
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American Indian2 (0.2 %)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.1 %)
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: | Madison School District |
| Phone: | (203)245-6350 |
| Website: | http://www.danielhand.org/ |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 828 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 86.5 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 9.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | No |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 23 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 18 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
195
Grade 10
200
Grade 11
214
Grade 12
219
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 195 |
| Grade 10 | 200 |
| Grade 11 | 214 |
| Grade 12 | 219 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 394 | 47.6% |
| Male | 432 | 52.2% |
| Not Specified | 2 | 0.2% |
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