Serving 370 students in grades 9-12, Terryville High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-49% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 370 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Terryville High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Student Attention
School Overview
Terryville High School's student population of 370 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
370 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Terryville High School ranks within the top 50% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Terryville High School is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#345 out of 940 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
11%
29%
Black
2%
13%
White
80%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Terryville High School's ranking?
Terryville High School is ranked #345 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 60-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Terryville High School?
The graduation rate of Terryville High School is 90-94%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 90%.
How many students attend Terryville High School?
370 students attend Terryville High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Terryville High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Terryville High School?
Terryville High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Terryville High School offer ?
Terryville High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Terryville High School part of?
Terryville High School is part of Plymouth School District.
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