Shelton High School

1,270 Students

High School 9th - 12th

School Overview

Shelton High School, located at 120 Meadow Street in Shelton, Connecticut, serves as the flagship secondary institution for the Shelton Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering an environment that balances rigorous academic preparation with a wide array of extracurricular opportunities, aiming to develop students who are both intellectually capable and civically engaged. Its curriculum is designed to prepare learners for post-secondary success, whether through college matriculation, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce.

Beyond the classroom, the school maintains a vibrant campus culture characterized by diverse athletic programs, performing arts initiatives, and student-led clubs. By leveraging its resources and community partnerships, Shelton High School strives to cultivate a supportive atmosphere that encourages personal growth, inclusivity, and academic excellence. For further information regarding specific programs, school policies, or community resources, you can visit their official website at http://sheltonpublicschools.org.

1,270

Total Students

99.0

Full-Time Teachers

12.8

Student/Teacher Ratio

38.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Shelton High School
Demographic	Student Count
White	774
Hispanic	261
Black	94
Asian	75
Two or More	64
Pacific Islander	2

White
774 (60.9 %)
Hispanic
261 (20.6 %)
Black
94 (7.4 %)
Asian
75 (5.9 %)
Two or More
64 (5.0 %)
Pacific Islander
2 (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:	Shelton School District
Phone:	(203)922-3004
Website:	http://sheltonpublicschools.org
Grade Range:	9th - 12th
Total Students:	1,270
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	99.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	12.8
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	372
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	119

* 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 9 298

Grade 10 353

Grade 11 297

Grade 12 322