2020 Niche Standout High Schools in ConnecticutAbout this List

Science & Technology Magnet School of Southeastern Connec

• New London School District, CT
• 6-12
• 4 reviews

Senior: The School has a very good environment and was very good for learning. I take many high level classes and I feel safe in the school with a strong environment to learn. Recent changes to the school lead me to believe these aspects are going to change or lose their strength but overall I have enjoyed a majority of my time at this school.
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• B

• 559 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• 77% Free or Reduced Lunch

Achievement First Hartford Academy

• Public School
• Hartford, CT
• K-12
• 43 reviews

Alum: At Achievement First Hartford High school, I really enjoyed the academic experience. The teachers really take their time to provide you with the information you need to help you be successful in the future. There are many resources around to help each student individually. The environment is always welcoming to everyone and the school tries their hardest to make sure they involve parents in activities. When it comes to things that need to be changed there are many. The first thing that needs to be changed is the diversity among teachers and the second thing actually taking the students advice. The school always ask for students opinion but actually taking them into consideration has been a struggle. Other than that, the school is good when it comes to helping students prepare for the future.
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• B+

• 1,066 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• 100% Free or Reduced Lunch

Amistad Academy

• Public School
• New Haven, CT
• K-12
• 120 reviews

Senior: Amistad Academy genuinely cares about the the students education. They stay true to their goal of getting kids through college. I have been a student at Amistad since 5th grade and ever since, College has been the goal that they encouraged me to strive for. The school prepares their students for college by giving us difficult and time consuming homework assignments, starting school early and ending late, and giving us essay and research papers as well as making us do independent and group projects.
The school's work ethics and the amount of work assigned to the students is very difficult and may even be perceived to be a little bit excessive, It is all worth it in the end when the child gets that letter of acceptance to a 4 year college/university.
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• B+

• 1,057 Students
• 9:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• 73% Free or Reduced Lunch

Brien McMahon High School

• Norwalk School District, CT
• 9-12
• 390 reviews

Senior: My past four years at Brien McMahon High School has been a remarkable institute that has given me the resources to expand upon my knowledge. The classes and faculty really challenge you to become the best student possible. The faculty is a big support system and if you are ever struggling they gladly step in to assist you in anyway. There are also many other ways for you to find yourself with a support system, that being the many clubs the school has to offer like Peer Mediation, Peer Mentoring and more! Brien McMahon is also the most diverse high school in Connecticut which speaks volumes to our unique character.
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• B+

• 1,481 Students
• 12:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• 55% Free or Reduced Lunch

Stamford High School

• Stamford School District, CT
• 9-12
• 287 reviews

Works Here: I'm proud of the caring and intelligent students & staff at SHS. SHS has 22 AP courses and has more Early College Experience UCONN courses than any other school in the state. The school is introducing a college dual enrollment program fall 2017 and and international baccalaureate diploma program in fall 2018. The Round Table is an award winning online publication that everyone wants to be a part of. Volleyball, hockey and basketball have won state championships in last 2 years. SPS teacher of the year is from SHS and band played at West Point and Citi Field (Mets) last year! The students and staff have raised over 40k for charity over the last 4 years through the annual Pink Out event. The school is being continually upgraded and repaired and the school culture and climate is positive; SHS is a wonderful place to be!
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• B

• 1,765 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• 55% Free or Reduced Lunch

Waterbury Career Academy

• Waterbury School District, CT
• PK, 9-12
• 35 reviews

Senior: Waterbury Career Academy is an excellent diverse high school with the options of four different strand. Personally I am in the Human Services strand and I have to opportunity to take an Internship and I’m a mentor at Wilson Elementary school. During my internship I assist a first grade teacher and give different lesson plans to the students. In my mentor program I visit the older children who are transitioning into middle school and we help them and try guiding them in the right path. The academics in the school are amazing and the teachers are very understanding. I definetly recommend Waterbury Career Academy to any middle schooler!
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• B

• 865 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• 74% Free or Reduced Lunch

Sports & Medical Sciences Academy

• Hartford School District, CT
• 6-12
• 112 reviews

Junior: SMSA is an excellent school from grades 6-12, that literally prepares you for college. It has great academic choices as well as AP classes and Uconn classes that help get college credit right before even going into college. The classes are great, the teachers are great, there’s a lot of diversity at SMSA. That is something I like about my school, you can meet people from different countries and make great friends. SMSA, is a really excellent school, the staff cares about you and your well being at school if you have trouble with your classes or personal stuff there are counselors who will be there to hear you out and do their best to help you. I love SMSA!
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• B

• 709 Students
• 15:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• 75% Free or Reduced Lunch

Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy

• Hartford School District, CT
• 6-12
• 65 reviews

Senior: The academics are very good for a Hartford magnet school. The students are disrespectful to teachers and the middle school is out of control. The food is high school food, not much to expect from that. However, because it’s a relatively new school, they don’t have many established trips or school spirit. Administration rejects any idea for a field trip that involves money. The school is broke. Counselors ignore students in need of help and baby students who couldn’t care less about their education. You often feel ignored by administration when you try to speak up. Overall, it’s alright.
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• B

• 1,024 Students
• 14:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• 61% Free or Reduced Lunch

Great Path Academy @ Manchester Community College

• Hartford School District, CT
• 9-12
• 43 reviews

Junior: MCC has great professors and has encourages a positive learning environment. Most teachers are willing to help students succeed. The facilities are clean- however, it is annoying when four-six bathrooms are closed at the same time for cleaning. It's nearly impossible to find a bathroom open when they're being cleaned. Professors typically can accommodate flexibility during their office hours if you ask nicely. The school provides great financial aid and is very inexpensive. Definitely the school you want to start at to save money before you transfer to a 4-year!
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• B

• 272 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• 58% Free or Reduced Lunch

East Hartford High School

• East Hartford School District, CT
• 9-12
• 297 reviews

Senior: Being a student at East Hartford High school has been an incredible experience. Our school has a wide variety of classes to choose from to match each students interests. The teachers are very helpful with office hours after school and using remind for any questions a student may have when at home doing homework. The students are all very familiar with each other and welcoming of any new students. Like any school there are teachers that you may not like or classes that aren't your favorite but for the most part, East Hartford High School is an amazing school to attend.
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• B

• 1,629 Students
• 13:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• 53% Free or Reduced Lunch

Ansonia High School

• Ansonia School District, CT
• 9-12
• 111 reviews

Niche User: In 2012, I moved from Lowell Massachusetts to Ansonia Connecticut. My freshmen year I made friends very quickly. I talked to people and soon got invited to a football game; something Ansonia is known for. The pride this town has is truly one of a kind. Not only in football but just the town itself. However, one of my favorite experiences was back in freshmen year. It was a freshmen baseball game and I thought I'd support the boys in my class. it was the last inning and we were down by 12, my friends left and I was with the parents because I wanted to stay for the whole game. We ended up winning and I celebrated with the parents and the boys! The parents are extremely involved, between planning events, raising money, and supporting the students at their sports and academic events. If I could do it all over, I would. I have had some of the best experiences and memories at this school and in this town. I have also made true relationships that I am so thankful for.
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• B

• 584 Students
• 11:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• 60% Free or Reduced Lunch

Elm City College Preparatory School

• Public School
• New Haven, CT
• K-12

• A

• 726 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• 76% Free or Reduced Lunch

Achievement First Bridgeport Academy

• Public School
• Bridgeport, CT
• K-12
• 1 review

High School Senior: I learned to grow as a person at this school. I learned that hard work pays off. I also learned that you have to think positively and take action in order to reach success.
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• A

• 1,044 Students
• 17:1 Student-Teacher Ratio
• 73% Free or Reduced Lunch