Hamden High School is a four-year high school for grades 9 through 12. It is located at 2040 Dixwell Avenue in Hamden, Connecticut. It is part of the Hamden Public School System and is the only public high school within the town of Hamden.
Serving 1,661 students in grades 9-12, Hamden High School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 21% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,661 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Graduation Rate: 80% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hamden High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Hamden High School's student population of 1,661 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 124 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,661 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
124 teachers
Year Founded
1935
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Fri. Jun 12, 2026
School Motto
To Everyone There Openeth A Way
School Mascot
Green Dragon
School Rankings
Hamden High School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hamden High School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#605 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
27%
31%
Black
36%
12%
White
23%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Green Dragon
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hamden High School's ranking?
Hamden High School is ranked #605 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Hamden High School often compared to?
Hamden High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hill Regional Career High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Hamden High School?
The graduation rate of Hamden High School is 80%, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Hamden High School?
1,661 students attend Hamden High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Hamden High School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hamden High School?
Hamden High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hamden High School offer ?
Hamden High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hamden High School part of?
Hamden High School is part of Hamden School District.
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