Serving 1,626 students in grades 9-12, Staples High School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 91% (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 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,626 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Graduation Rate: 98% (Top 5% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5%
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 91% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Staples High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Staples High School's student population of 1,626 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 153 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Mascot
Wrecker
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,626 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
153 teachers
Year Founded
1884
School Calendar
School Colors
White, Navy Blue
School Rankings
Staples High School ranks within the top 5% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Staples 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
#16 out of 942 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
91%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
8%
31%
Black
2%
12%
White
77%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
98%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
4%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Staples High School's ranking?
Staples High School is ranked #16 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Staples High School often compared to?
Staples High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like New Canaan High School, Weston High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 91% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Staples High School?
The graduation rate of Staples High School is 98%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Staples High School?
1,626 students attend Staples High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Staples High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Staples High School?
Staples High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Staples High School offer ?
Staples High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Staples High School part of?
Staples High School is part of Westport School District.
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