Branford High School is a public high school in Branford, Connecticut. As of 2021–22, it has 784 students in grades 9–12. Its former principal, Edmund Higgins, retired at the end of the 2007–08 school year.
Serving 784 students in grades 9-12, Branford 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 37% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% 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: 784 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 93% (Top 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Branford High School's student population of 784 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 70 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
784 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
70 teachers
Year Founded
1928
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 28, 2025
School Rankings
Branford 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 Branford High School is 0.52, 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
#480 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
15%
31%
Black
6%
12%
White
67%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
93%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Hornet
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Branford High School's ranking?
Branford High School is ranked #480 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Branford High School often compared to?
Branford High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Guilford High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
37% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Branford High School?
The graduation rate of Branford High School is 93%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Branford High School?
784 students attend Branford High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Branford High School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Branford High School?
Branford High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Branford High School offer ?
Branford High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Branford High School part of?
Branford High School is part of Branford School District.
In what neighborhood is Branford High School located?
Branford High School is located in the Branford Center neighborhood of Branford, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in Branford Center.
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