Joel Barlow High School

www.joelbarlowps.org

768 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Joel Barlow High School, located in Redding, Connecticut, serves as the regional high school for the towns of Redding and Easton. The school is known for its strong emphasis on academic rigor and the development of well-rounded students. It offers a comprehensive curriculum that includes a wide range of Advanced Placement (AP) courses, specialized electives, and a robust arts and athletic program. The school is frequently recognized for its high performance standards and commitment to preparing students for competitive post-secondary education.

Beyond the classroom, Joel Barlow prides itself on fostering a supportive community culture that encourages student voice and civic engagement. The campus environment focuses on integrating technology with traditional learning, aiming to develop critical thinking and problem-solving skills. With a philosophy centered on personal growth and community involvement, the school maintains a reputation for high graduation rates and success in preparing its students to contribute effectively to society after high school.

768

Total Students

67.0

Full-Time Teachers

11.5

Student/Teacher Ratio

9.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Joel Barlow High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	627
Hispanic	63
Black	13
Asian	35
Two or More	30

White
627 (81.6 %)
Hispanic
63 (8.2 %)
Asian
35 (4.6 %)
Two or More
30 (3.9 %)
Black
13 (1.7 %)

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:	Regional School District 09
Phone:	(203)938-2508
Website:	http://www.joelbarlowps.org
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	768
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	67.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	11.5
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	60
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	16

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 9 167

Grade 10 203

Grade 11 198

Grade 12 200