Brien McMahon High School
1,711 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Brien McMahon High School, located in Norwalk, Connecticut, is a comprehensive public high school that serves a diverse student body within the Norwalk Public Schools district. Known for its strong commitment to both academic rigor and inclusive community engagement, the school offers a wide array of educational opportunities, including Advanced Placement (AP) courses and a variety of extracurricular programs. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive environment that encourages students to pursue excellence in academics, athletics, and the arts, while preparing them for success in higher education and the global workforce.
A defining characteristic of Brien McMahon is its focus on specialized learning paths, most notably the Center for Global Studies, which is an inter-district magnet program housed within the school that emphasizes world languages and international relations. By integrating global perspectives into its curriculum, the school provides students with a unique vantage point on contemporary world issues. With its central location on Highland Avenue and a dedicated faculty, Brien McMahon High School remains a cornerstone of the Norwalk community, striving to cultivate well-rounded, socially conscious, and academically capable graduates.
A defining characteristic of Brien McMahon is its focus on specialized learning paths, most notably the Center for Global Studies, which is an inter-district magnet program housed within the school that emphasizes world languages and international relations. By integrating global perspectives into its curriculum, the school provides students with a unique vantage point on contemporary world issues. With its central location on Highland Avenue and a dedicated faculty, Brien McMahon High School remains a cornerstone of the Norwalk community, striving to cultivate well-rounded, socially conscious, and academically capable graduates.
1,711
Total Students
119.0
Full-Time Teachers
14.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
50.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 376 |
| Hispanic | 1,032 |
| Black | 215 |
| Asian | 52 |
| Two or More | 32 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 2 |
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Hispanic1,032 (60.4 %)
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White376 (22.0 %)
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Black215 (12.6 %)
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Asian52 (3.0 %)
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Two or More32 (1.9 %)
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Pacific Islander2 (0.1 %)
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American Indian1 (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: | Norwalk School District |
| Phone: | (203)852-9488 |
| Website: | http://bmhs.norwalkps.org |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,711 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 119.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 14.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 701 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 169 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
447
Grade 10
423
Grade 11
446
Grade 12
395
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 447 |
| Grade 10 | 423 |
| Grade 11 | 446 |
| Grade 12 | 395 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 848 | 49.6% |
| Male | 862 | 50.4% |
| Not Specified | 1 | 0% |
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