Serving 688 students in grades 9-12, New Fairfield 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 24% 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: 688 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Fairfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
School Overview
New Fairfield High School's student population of 688 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
688 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
New Fairfield High School ranks within the top 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of New Fairfield High School is 0.40, 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
#348 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
17%
31%
Black
3%
12%
White
76%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 New Fairfield High School's ranking?
New Fairfield High School is ranked #348 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are New Fairfield High School often compared to?
New Fairfield High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brookfield High School, Danbury High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Fairfield High School?
The graduation rate of New Fairfield High School is 95%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend New Fairfield High School?
688 students attend New Fairfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of New Fairfield High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Fairfield High School?
New Fairfield High School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does New Fairfield High School offer ?
New Fairfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New Fairfield High School part of?
New Fairfield High School is part of New Fairfield School District.
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