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New Canaan School District

• School District
• New Canaan, CT
• 6

Sophomore: I love New Canaan High School as I feel that the learning environment is very positive. Our facilities are amazing, such as the new study rooms that were installed in the library. I love to eat in the cafeteria while listening to music with my friends as well. Sometimes I feel as though the teachers are unreasonable in the amount of homework assigned in some of the higher level courses. The workload is extremely overwhelming at times. But, other than that I feel many of the teachers in the building truly do love what they do and they try to make the school a great place every day.
Read 6 Reviews

• A+

• A+

• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $87,731 Average Teacher Salary

Westport School District

• School District
• Westport, CT
• 11

Alum: I received a great education that prepared me for college and I really enjoyed my time there. Everyone was welcoming and friendly, from the students to the staff. The classes were challenging but allowed you to work your best and achieve higher goals. There was always lots of support and the school felt like a big family. I have lots of fond memories and can not wait to go back for my reunions. I highly recommend this school district as it provides exceptional education in all of their schools, from the various elementary to the high school.
Read 11 Reviews

• A+

• A+

• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $79,646 Average Teacher Salary

Amity Regional School District No. 5

• School District
• Woodbridge, CT
• 37

Alum: Absolutely the best high school in the area. The atmosphere on the campus can't be recreated in any other way. The teachers, staff and administration in the building walk through the doors everyday with a positive attitude, willing to whatever is necessary to see the students succeed. The students at Amity are hard working, respectful, well-rounded students. The majority of students participate in various combinations of clubs, organizations, sports teams, as well as do well in the class room. Amity Regional High School could not do a better job setting students up for success. The young adults that leave Amity go off to do bigger and better things because of the strong foundation they have set.
Read 37 Reviews

• A+

• A+

• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $78,551 Average Teacher Salary

Weston School District

• School District
• Weston, CT
• 12

Alum: Weston High School has a great community and amazing cafe food. Some teachers were awful, while others were inspiring. The guidance office was super helpful, apart from the front desk lady who was horrible. Most sports and activities were very inclusive and most students participate in community or school related functions.
Read 12 Reviews

• A+

• A+

• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $84,177 Average Teacher Salary

Wilton Public Schools

• School District
• Wilton, CT
• 12

Senior: Wilton High School is extremely precollege oriented, and the academics are difficult, but manageable. The sports teams can be good, but many of the coaches are outdated and don't know what they are doing. The arts department have good resources. The school itself is very old and needs to be redone. There are parts that haven't been touched since the 70's. One good thing about the teachers are that they are always available and are easy to contact. The majority of them care about your success and future beyond high school.
Read 12 Reviews

• A+

• A+

• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $91,145 Average Teacher Salary

Glastonbury School District

• School District
• Glastonbury, CT
• 25

Junior: I have had a great experience at Glastonbury High School. I moved to Glastonburymy freshman year, and it was not a hard transition at all. The teachers and students are all so welcoming, and the enviroment at the school is exactly what I was looking for in a high school. The school has so many opportunities in sports, and has so many clubs and organizations that help you get involved with your community. It provides you with numerous resources, and helps one to follow their passions and dreams. I am so glad I came to GHS, and am so thankful for the experience I’ve had at the school.
Read 25 Reviews

• A+

• A+

• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $78,074 Average Teacher Salary

Waterford School District

• School District
• Waterford, CT
• 24

Senior: I’ve been going to Waterford schools for all my life. I’ve never really had any problems with Waterford. All the people in the community are nice people. I’ve always had the help I needed provided to me by the wonderful teachers I’ve had over the past 13 years. There is many sports available and different clubs provided to us. I am involved in a couple different clubs and I’ve had the best experience with them. I wouldn’t change my school district if I had the chance because of how great Waterford has been to me!
Read 24 Reviews

• A

• A

• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $72,047 Average Teacher Salary

Madison School District

• School District
• Madison, CT
• 5

Junior: Growing up in Madison, I had the privilege to go to a public school full of very motivated and bright peers. This created a highly competitive atmosphere, even when I was young and in middle school. I always enjoyed attending school, which I have come to realize is not the case for a large number of the population that are my age and younger than me. Although I am so thankful for my educational experience and would not want to change most aspects of it, sometimes I wished that our school allowed us to be more creative and explore what we were passionate about instead of focusing so much on academics. I feel as though I started thinking about college and using that to motivate me from such a young age when what I should have cared about was having fun while I had little to no responsibilities.
Read 5 Reviews

• A+

• A+

• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $67,377 Average Teacher Salary

Farmington School District

• School District
• Farmington, CT
• 18

Senior: I have been in the Farmington School District since the 7th grade and my experience has been overwhelmingly positive. The academics are rigorous, and teachers are caring and always eager to help. The student body atmosphere is welcoming and accepting of students from different backgrounds. My academic experience and experience making friends has been well, however if I had to change something, it would be nice to have some renovations for the old building of Farmington High School. It would also be good for the students to have more vegetarian choices in the cafeteria as a large portion of Farmington High are Indians who are vegetarian.
Read 18 Reviews

• A+

• A+

• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $76,332 Average Teacher Salary

Greenwich School District

• School District
• Greenwich, CT
• 8

Sophomore: Greenwich High School is located right in the heart of a friendly town Greenwich. Greenwich High School provides many rigorous courses available for all students and many clubs and programs to help individual students achieve their long-term goals. My school's courses are very similar to college courses. With many AP classes, there are many elective classes that do labs in and outside of schools. Our school encourages seniors to intern for their senior project. All these components of my high school mirror the same as colleges
Read 8 Reviews

• A+

• A

• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $87,109 Average Teacher Salary

Simsbury School District

• School District
• Simsbury, CT
• 9

Junior: Simsbury High School is an excellent public high school with a rigorous academic program and an extremely high level of education. Students are pushed to their greatest academic potential. Though students receive exorbitantly large amounts of homework for their classes, it is helping them to prepare for college. Simsbury is a very clean and safe school with great resources for their students, and I feel very blessed to live in a town that can provide me with such a great quality education.
Read 9 Reviews

• A+

• A

• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $77,210 Average Teacher Salary

Regional School District No. 12

• School District
• Washington Depot, CT
• 2

Parent: Fantastic school! We are paying tuition to come here asan out of district family and could not feel more grateful that this region opened their doors to families outside the region. The administration/ support staff is professional and helpful- the teachers are amazing. My kids are learning much more than they were in our previous district. You would think this is a private school by the way it is run and the quality of the education. Could not be happier with our decision to attend Shepaug .
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• A

• A+

• 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $80,503 Average Teacher Salary

Fairfield School District

• School District
• Fairfield, CT
• 37

Alum: Excellent schools! They really go above and beyond to help their students. There are so many options for kids who struggle with school, they really want to make sure you graduate.
Read 37 Reviews

• A+

• A

• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $79,442 Average Teacher Salary

Avon School District

• School District
• Avon, CT
• 11

Alum: The Avon School district is a very good district. I got a great education and was well-prepared for college. Most teachers are great and really care about their students. Other teachers aren't suited to teach but have tenure. The students are mostly nice but very cliquey. There are many clubs and activities to participate in, and we have a good arts program in comparison to other towns. There is some variety in classes and overall it is easy to take classes you are interested. The new high school internship program is a great opportunity.
Read 11 Reviews

• A+

• A+

• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $85,445 Average Teacher Salary

West Hartford School District

• School District
• West Hartford, CT
• 21

Alum: I was enrolled in the West Hartford Public Schools my entire school career, starting off at Florence E. Smith STEM School and received an intensive, quality and interactive education that I will never forget. I moved up to King Phillip Middle School and thoroughly enjoyed my time. I ended my career at William H. Hall High School where I received knowledge needed for out-of-school success and college preparatory classes that challenged me and my mind to think deeper and beyond the known. WHPS is a district that is once in a lifetime and is a district I can recommend forever! You won't regret it!
Read 21 Reviews

• A+

• A+

• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $64,483 Average Teacher Salary

Regional School District No. 18

• School District
• Old Lyme, CT

• A

• A+

• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $74,675 Average Teacher Salary

Darien School District

• School District
• Darien, CT
• 10

Alum: Darien High School prepared me very well for my success in college. The academics were tough at the time, however the education I received made my college experience much easier. The athletics was very competitive, but also well known throughout the country. Overall, I had a great experience at DHS and I am so proud to be a wave alum.
Read 10 Reviews

• A+

• A

• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $76,261 Average Teacher Salary

Ridgefield School District

• School District
• Ridgefield, CT
• 28

Senior: Overall the Ridgefield School District is a growing program with many positives and some negatives too. The schools have acquired many great teachers and staff, with the consideration of some not good either. The staff appears to be caring and interested for most students.
Read 28 Reviews

• A+

• A+

• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $80,129 Average Teacher Salary

Newtown School District

• School District
• Newtown, CT
• 30

Senior: The majority of the teachers and staff at Newtown schools are committed to helping students succeed. Newtown High School offers opportunities for students to get involved in clubs, activities, and sports. The school also provides tutors and learning centers to support students who need extra help at any time. My guidance counselor at Newtown High School is fantastic and has been a huge help in guiding me throughout my high school career.
Read 30 Reviews

• A

• A

• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $75,751 Average Teacher Salary

Monroe School District

• School District
• Monroe, CT
• 6

Parent: We love Monroe schools. The instruction and curriculum are rigorous but still allow opportunities for creativity and celebration of the seasons and holidays. So many schools feel so sterile and Monroe schools are so student centered. The staff is warm and supportive. As a parent of one child in special education and one who is excellerated I have experienced both ends of the spectrum in the schools and couldn't be happier. The special education program even in the preschool level is top notch!
Read 6 Reviews

• A

• A

• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $88,778 Average Teacher Salary

Regional School District No. 1

• School District
• Falls Village, CT

• A-

• A

• 10:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $75,874 Average Teacher Salary

Trumbull Public Schools

• School District
• Trumbull, CT
• 32

Niche User: I have challenges with mental health, especially with general anxiety. It has been a struggle for me to attend classes and school events like my peers. Trumbull has afforded me the opportunity to attend a specialized school that was better equipped to meet my needs. Additionally Trumbull has allowed me the opportunity to do a transition program after high school to prepare for success in college.
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• A

• A-

• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $80,459 Average Teacher Salary

North Haven School District

• School District
• North Haven, CT
• 17

Senior: North Haven is a community full of people who want to further education. I have found it easy to obtain the resources required for me to get the most out of my education. There are many ways to get involved outside of academics whether a person is interested in sports, music or government. Facilities are maintained beautifully and the new middle school is amazing!
Read 17 Reviews

• A

• A-

• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $68,853 Average Teacher Salary

Cheshire Public Schools

• School District
• Cheshire, CT
• 12

Senior: I love Cheshire Public Schools. I am so grateful to have been raised in such a motivated and dedicated school system. What has stuck out to me are the teachers and how much they care about students. They truly go the extra mile- staying after school to offer review sessions, planning interactive activities to help learn material, and always are willing to talk one on one, whether it be a personal issue or academic issue. To improve the school, specifically Cheshire High School, I would have a better system to hear student input. I feel as though administration would value our (the students) thoughts and opinions about how the school is running. Additionally, there could be more hands on college preparation. While the school does a great job preparing for college in junior year, more could be done to help students during their senior year, as well as education about careers/majors in junior and senior year, rather than as underclassmen.
Read 12 Reviews

• A

• A

• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $79,744 Average Teacher Salary

Mansfield School District

• School District
• Storrs, CT
• 2

Parent: Mansfield school district has a very welcoming atmosphere and environment. From our experience all the schools provide an opportunity for individualized learning and will attempt to foster whatever method or style bests suits the individual child.
Read 2 Reviews

• A

• A

• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• $76,514 Average Teacher Salary