Berlin High School is a public high school located in Berlin, Connecticut, United States.
Serving 835 students in grades 9-12, Berlin 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 835 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Graduation Rate: 96% (Top 10% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Berlin High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
Berlin High School's student population of 835 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
835 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Year Founded
1953
School Rankings
Berlin High School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Berlin High School is 0.42, which is less 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
#319 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
15%
31%
Black
2%
12%
White
75%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
96%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Berlin High School's ranking?
Berlin High School is ranked #319 out of 939 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Berlin High School?
The graduation rate of Berlin High School is 96%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Berlin High School?
835 students attend Berlin High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Berlin High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Berlin High School?
Berlin High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Berlin High School offer ?
Berlin High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Berlin High School part of?
Berlin High School is part of Berlin School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 28, 2025 (Thursday)
Fall Break - No School
October 13, 2025 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 28, 2025 (Friday)
Final Exam Make Ups / Last Day of School (pending snow days)
June 15, 2026 (Monday)
School Reviews
5 2/8/2010
A great place to start your life....Excellent school.
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