Newtown High School
1,325 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Newtown High School, located on Berkshire Road in Sandy Hook, Connecticut, serves as the primary public secondary school for the Newtown school district. As a comprehensive high school, it offers a robust curriculum designed to prepare students for higher education and career paths, featuring a wide array of core academic subjects, advanced placement (AP) courses, and diverse elective offerings. The school is known for fostering a strong sense of community and school spirit, supported by a variety of extracurricular activities, including competitive athletic programs, fine and performing arts, and numerous student-led clubs.
Beyond its academic and extracurricular pursuits, Newtown High School is deeply embedded in the identity of the surrounding community. It serves as a central hub for student development, emphasizing both character education and intellectual growth. The school utilizes its facilities and dedicated faculty to encourage student engagement and leadership, aiming to cultivate an environment that is both challenging and supportive. For the most current information regarding specific programs, staff contact details, and school calendar updates, visitors can access the official website at http://newtown.k12.ct.us/~nhs/.
Beyond its academic and extracurricular pursuits, Newtown High School is deeply embedded in the identity of the surrounding community. It serves as a central hub for student development, emphasizing both character education and intellectual growth. The school utilizes its facilities and dedicated faculty to encourage student engagement and leadership, aiming to cultivate an environment that is both challenging and supportive. For the most current information regarding specific programs, staff contact details, and school calendar updates, visitors can access the official website at http://newtown.k12.ct.us/~nhs/.
1,325
Total Students
118.6
Full-Time Teachers
11.2
Student/Teacher Ratio
14.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 1,090 |
| Hispanic | 141 |
| Black | 28 |
| Asian | 40 |
| Two or More | 24 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White1,090 (82.3 %)
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Hispanic141 (10.6 %)
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Asian40 (3.0 %)
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Black28 (2.1 %)
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Two or More24 (1.8 %)
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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: | Newtown School District |
| Phone: | (203)426-7646 |
| Website: | http://nhs.newtown.k12.ct.us |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 1,325 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 118.6 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.2 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 136 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 62 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
291
Grade 10
341
Grade 11
335
Grade 12
358
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 291 |
| Grade 10 | 341 |
| Grade 11 | 335 |
| Grade 12 | 358 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 685 | 51.7% |
| Male | 639 | 48.2% |
| Not Specified | 1 | 0.1% |
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