At a glance
Reported students
1,776
NCES CCD 2024–25
Teachers (FTE)
133.1
NCES CCD 2024–25
Student–teacher ratio
13.3:1
Calculated; not a class-size measure
Grades served
09–12
NCES preliminary directory 2025–26
School benchmarks
Connecticut high enrollment
95th percentile
Compared with 209 same-level schools reporting enrollment.
District median enrollment
334
East Hartford High School: 1,776 reported students.
State peer staffing position
78th percentile
13.3:1 reported; state peer median 11.4:1. Ratio is not class size.
Historical enrollment and staffing · CRDC 2021–22
These older figures are kept separate from 2024–25 statistics and benchmarks. Differences between years can reflect changes in enrollment, staffing, or reporting scope.
- Students
- 1,640
- Teachers (FTE)
- 127
- Student–teacher ratio
- 12.9:1
What the reported data says about East Hartford High School
East Hartford High School is a public high school serving grades 09–12 in East Hartford. It is one of 12 current school records connected to East Hartford School District. NCES reports 1,776 students for 2024–25.
Among 209 high schools in Connecticut with comparable records, this school is larger than the reported median of 650 students. Its enrollment is at approximately the 95th percentile for that peer group. Size describes the campus, not instructional quality.
The reported student–teacher ratio is 13.3:1, above the Connecticut median of 11.4:1 for the same school level. This ratio uses total enrollment and teacher FTE; it is not an average classroom headcount and can be affected by special programs or part-time staffing.
The largest reported race and ethnicity groups are Hispanic or Latino (54.6%) and Black (31.6%). English learners represent 13% of enrollment. Students served under IDEA represent 21.3%. These figures help families understand who the school serves; they are not rating inputs.
The 2021–22 civil-rights collection reports AP student enrollment, computer science. The school reported 14 AP courses. Program availability changes, so families should confirm the current catalog and participation rules directly with the school.
Questions worth asking East Hartford High School
- 1How do the reported 13.3:1 student–teacher ratio and 133.1 teacher FTE translate into actual class sizes by grade?
- 2Have the reported academic programs changed since the 2021–22 CRDC collection?
- 3What counseling support is available today? The school reported 9 counselor FTE in 2021–22.
- 4Does community eligibility provide breakfast and lunch to every enrolled student, and are summer meals available?
Enrollment needs
- English learners
- 13%
- Students with disabilities
- 21.3%
- Free/reduced-price lunch
- 56.7%
- Lunch program
- Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Reported support staff
- Counselors (FTE)
- 9
- Nurses (FTE)
- 3
- Psychologists (FTE)
- 1
- Social workers (FTE)
- 3
CRDC 2021–22 full-time-equivalent counts; verify current assignments with the school.
Student demographics
Race and ethnicity share of reported enrollment
- White7.1%
- Hispanic54.6%
- Black31.6%
- Asian3.4%
- American Indian / Alaska Native0.2%
- Native Hawaiian / Pacific Islander0.3%
- Multiracial2.9%
Race/ethnicity: NCES CCD 2024–25. English learner and disability context: CRDC 2021–22. Lunch eligibility: NCES CCD 2024–25. Privacy rules can produce missing values.
Programs reported by the school
AP student enrollment
Students enrolled
14 distinct courses reported
Gifted and talented
Not reported as offered
Computer science
Offered
CRDC 2021–22: the AP flag records student enrollment; gifted and computer-science fields describe reported programs/classes. Confirm current courses and eligibility with the school.
Other schools in East Hartford School District
Start with campuses at the same school level or with similar reported enrollment.
Connecticut IB Academy
High · Grades 09–12
200 reported students
East Hartford Middle School
Middle · Grades 06–08
971 reported students
Dr. Thomas S. O'Connell School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
519 reported students
Governor William Pitkin School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
345 reported students
Robert J. O'Brien School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
344 reported students
Joseph O. Goodwin School
Elementary · Grades KG–05
334 reported students
Public schools near East Hartford High School
Closest campuses by straight-line distance between NCES geocodes, favoring the same school level. Distance is not drive time or an attendance assignment.
| School | Grades | Students | Distance |
|---|---|---|---|
| Connecticut IB Academy High · East Hartford School District | 09–12 | 200 | under 0.1 mi |
| Pathways Academy of Technology and Design High · Hartford School District | 09–12 | 359 | 1.8 mi |
| Connecticut River Academy at Goodwin University High · Goodwin University Educational Services (GUES) | 06–12 | 742 | 2 mi |
| Great Path Academy at CT State Manchester High · Hartford School District | 09–12 | 336 | 2.3 mi |
| Sport and Medical Sciences Academy High · Hartford School District | 06–12 | 463 | 2.8 mi |
| Howell Cheney Technical High School High · Connecticut Technical Education and Career System | 09–12 | 652 | 2.9 mi |
Frequently asked questions about East Hartford High School
What grades does East Hartford High School serve?
East Hartford High School reports grades 09–12 in the NCES 2025–26 preliminary directory. It is classified as a high school in East Hartford School District.
How many students attend East Hartford High School?
East Hartford High School reported 1,776 students in the NCES 2024–25 membership file. That places it near the 95th percentile among 209 Connecticut high schools reporting enrollment. The 2021–22 civil-rights collection recorded 1,640 students.
What is the student–teacher ratio at East Hartford High School?
The calculated ratio is 13.3:1, based on 1,776 students and 133.1 full-time-equivalent classroom teachers in 2024–25. The Connecticut median for the same school level is 11.4:1. A ratio is not the same as average class size.
Is East Hartford High School a public, charter, or magnet school?
East Hartford High School is a public school and is not a charter school. Enrollment is generally based on East Hartford School District attendance boundaries and transfer rules.
What share of East Hartford High School students qualify for free or reduced-price meals?
56.7% of students were eligible for free or reduced-price lunch in 2024–25. The school participates in community eligibility, which can provide meals to every student and changes how eligibility is reported. This describes the students served and is not a quality measure.
Which school district is East Hartford High School in?
East Hartford High School is part of East Hartford School District, based in East Hartford, CT, which operates 12 current schools. Confirm attendance zones and enrollment rules with the district.
What public schools are near East Hartford High School?
The closest public schools by straight-line distance include Connecticut IB Academy (under 0.1 mi), Pathways Academy of Technology and Design (1.8 mi), Connecticut River Academy at Goodwin University (2 mi). Distance does not determine eligibility; attendance boundaries and program rules do.