Lewis S. Mills High School

Lewis S. Mills High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
26 Lyon Rd,  Burlington, CT
Regional School District No. 10
3.6
2.8
627 Students
A-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr Christopher C Rau
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Average SAT Score
1230
Average ACT Score
26
Math Proficiency
47%
Reading Proficiency
72%
Average GPA
3.61
Graduation Rate
95%

Niche Grade

B+
Academics
A
Teachers
B-
College Prep
B+
Administration
B+
Resources/Facilities
B-
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
C-
Food
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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.61
Reading Proficiency
72%
Math Proficiency
47%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
11:1
Teachers
55
Full Time Teachers
55
Teachers in First or Second Year
5.4%
College Prep
Average SAT
1230
Math
610
Verbal
620
Average ACT
26
Math
25
English
26
Reading
28
Science
26
Number of AP Courses
18
AP Pass Rate
74.5%
AP Math Enrollment
High
AP Science Enrollment
Average
Other AP Enrollment
High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
177:1

Student Diversity

Male
55.1%
Female
44.6%
White
65.3%
Two or more races
26.1%
Hispanic
6.8%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Black
<1%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Connecticut 226 Students
Central Connecticut State University 93 Students
Boston University 83 Students
Quinnipiac University 67 Students
University of Rhode Island 65 Students
University of Hartford 58 Students
University of Massachusetts Amherst 56 Students
University of New Hampshire 53 Students
Fairfield University 46 Students
Fordham University 43 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 78 Students
Psychology 47 Students
Biology 47 Students
Nursing 31 Students
Computer Science 27 Students
Political Science and Government 27 Students
Marketing 26 Students
Finance 26 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 20 Students
Engineering 20 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 193 Reviews
5.0 Senior
12/16/2024
My experience within Lewis S Mills was a very eventful but fulfilling experience that has led me to figure out who I am and my core values. Throughout my 4 years, I've met many different people and teachers who have helped me develop into whom I consider the best possible version of myself. Every year I've been changing and maturing into a new version of myself, leading me to figure out who I am. I was blessed to attend Lewis S Mills for a wonderful 4 years.
5.0 Senior
2/26/2024
My child has overall had an excellent experience at Lewis Mills High School. One of his greatest assets has been the guidance counselor that he has worked with all four years. She has been instrumental in helping my son have the most productive and meaningful path through high school possible. A few bumps along the road were him having to deal with teachers that he struggled with. But this is all part of the process of growing up and learning to deal with personalities that don't match yours. We will miss our time at LSM. I am excited for my daughter to go there.
2.0 Senior
4/3/2023
Doesn't treat students well, Staff are oppressively and overly demanding, and the schools overall education is lack luster
GreatSchools Reviews
2.8 14 Reviews
2.0 teacher
2/10/2025
A stepping-stone school at best.High-quality teachers don’t stay because there’s no effort to retain them—low pay and lack of administrative support push them toward better opportunities elsewhere. Many who remain seem resistant to growth or improvement.HR is disorganized, frequently citing "no poli...
4.0 parent
8/30/2023
I wanted to share my experience with you about this amazing high school. Everything was great, but I have to say, the special education was problematic with one of my kids it could use some improvement. It would be better for kids in special education to consider other schools that provide more oppo...
1.0 parent
8/7/2023
Let's just say I would avoid putting my child in this school district at all cost. Not very inclusive environment all around. Came across many graduates that share this view. Disappointed with teachers (not all) and especially administration.
3.0 parent
7/20/2022
Overall this school district is decent, but there are some growing concerns with the special education department. The special education department could use some improvement. I wouldn't advise anyone who deals with special education regularly from grades K–12 to attend this district.

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Lewis S. Mills High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in Burlington, CT, in the Burlington neighborhood, and is served by the Regional School District No. 10 in Connecticut. The school has a total enrollment of 627 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 11:1. Academic records show that 47% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 72% are proficient in reading. Lewis S. Mills High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of A- and a GreatSchools Rating of 7 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.61, the graduation rate is 95%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1230 and an ACT score of 26. The average home value in this area is $570,314. Discover additional schools in the area, like Torrington Christian Academy, Heritage Christian School, Achievement First Hartford Academy, and more. Learn more about what Burlington has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Lewis S. Mills High School.

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