Mark T. Sheehan High School
722 Students
High School 9th - 12th
School Overview
Mark T. Sheehan High School, located in Wallingford, Connecticut, is a public secondary school dedicated to fostering a supportive and academically rigorous environment for its students. As part of the Wallingford Public Schools district, the high school emphasizes a well-rounded education that balances challenging coursework with a wide array of extracurricular activities. The school prides itself on preparing students for post-secondary success, whether they choose to pursue higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce, by encouraging critical thinking and personal responsibility.
The school community is characterized by its commitment to student engagement and school spirit. Through its robust athletic programs, performing arts opportunities, and various student organizations, Sheehan High School encourages students to develop their talents and build meaningful connections outside of the classroom. With a focus on both traditional academic achievement and the development of character, the school strives to provide a comprehensive high school experience that reflects the values and needs of the local Wallingford community.
The school community is characterized by its commitment to student engagement and school spirit. Through its robust athletic programs, performing arts opportunities, and various student organizations, Sheehan High School encourages students to develop their talents and build meaningful connections outside of the classroom. With a focus on both traditional academic achievement and the development of character, the school strives to provide a comprehensive high school experience that reflects the values and needs of the local Wallingford community.
722
Total Students
69.7
Full-Time Teachers
10.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
29.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 473 |
| Hispanic | 156 |
| Black | 22 |
| Asian | 38 |
| Two or More | 28 |
| American Indian | 2 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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White473 (65.7 %)
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Hispanic156 (21.7 %)
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Asian38 (5.3 %)
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Two or More28 (3.9 %)
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Black22 (3.1 %)
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American Indian2 (0.3 %)
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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: | Wallingford School District |
| Phone: | (203)294-5900 |
| Website: | http://www.wallingford.k12.ct.us/our-schools/mark-t-sheehan-high-school |
| Grade Range: | 9th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 722 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 69.7 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 10.4 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 170 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 42 |
Grades Taught
Grade 9
181
Grade 10
174
Grade 11
180
Grade 12
187
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 9 | 181 |
| Grade 10 | 174 |
| Grade 11 | 180 |
| Grade 12 | 187 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 368 | 51% |
| Male | 352 | 48.8% |
| Not Specified | 2 | 0.2% |
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