New London High School

New London High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
20 Chester St,  New London, CT
New London School District
3.7
4.5
593 Students
C+
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mr William A Thompson
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Average SAT Score
1040
Average ACT Score
23
Math Proficiency
5%
Reading Proficiency
12%
Average GPA
3.4
Graduation Rate
57%

Niche Grade

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

Academics
Average GPA
3.4
Reading Proficiency
12%
Math Proficiency
5%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
14:1
Teachers
43
Full Time Teachers
43
Teachers in First or Second Year
10.4%
College Prep
Average SAT
1040
Math
520
Verbal
520
Average ACT
23
Math
21
English
22
Reading
25
Science
22
Number of AP Courses
9
AP Pass Rate
31.9%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very High
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
High
Boys Athletic Participation
High

GreatSchools Rating

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GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
151:1

Student Diversity

Male
54.7%
Female
45.3%
Hispanic
71.1%
Black
15.6%
Two or more races
6.6%
White
5.8%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%
Asian or Pacific Islander
<1%
Native American
<1%
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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 162 Students
Southern Connecticut State University 96 Students
Eastern Connecticut State University 91 Students
Central Connecticut State University 62 Students
University of New Haven 59 Students
Connecticut State Community College - Three Rivers Campus 59 Students
University of Hartford 57 Students
Connecticut College 56 Students
Boston University 49 Students
University of Connecticut - Avery Point 43 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 45 Students
Nursing 45 Students
Psychology 39 Students
Biology 30 Students
Computer Science 20 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 19 Students
Sport and Fitness Management 17 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 15 Students
Education 15 Students
Early Childhood Education 14 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.7 209 Reviews
5.0 Senior
4/28/2025
New London High School always had its ups and downs but the most important part is the memories we made in that building and us being such a diverse school it allowed us to connect better. I liked all my teachers they never disappointed and my friends were the best.
4.0 Senior
4/2/2024
My overall experience with New London High School had been influenced by the covid-19 pandemic for my first two years. However I am pleased with how good the school managed our safety and found a way to get the students to engage and continue their education. I love the diversity and inclusivity within different races, cultures and religion.
5.0 Senior
10/24/2023
The best parts of being at New London High School was knowing that the work i put will be noticed by administration and they will strive to put my hard work to use. Some bad parts of being there were the constant lockdowns which is understandable due to its location, but I've never once felt like my life was in danger since the staff give off the vibe of putting your life above theirs. Overall being at New London High for all 4 of my years has taught me so much and I now feel so much more ready for college because of it.
GreatSchools Reviews
4.5 5 Reviews
5.0 parent
11/10/2013
NLHS has dramatically improved and is the highest performing urban high school in CT. My child is being challenged and I'm extremely pleased with the competent and caring staff! There are so many opportunities for my son to earn College credit. ECSU, Mitchell College, UCONN...to name a few, all offe...
3.0 student
3/3/2012
The science and technology magnet school which is good. The teachers are nice and care about your future and education. The regular high school is not so great. Teachers there don't know how to teach and there "honors program" is not a challenge. Only come here if you like science and technology, th...
parent
3/16/2010
Terrible school - Poor morale, teachers don't care; students act like thugs. fights every day; only care about athletic program.
5.0 student
9/10/2008

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New London High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in New London, CT and is served by the New London School District in Connecticut. The school has a total enrollment of 593 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 14:1. Academic records show that 5% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 12% are proficient in reading. New London High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C+ and a GreatSchools Rating of 1 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.4, the graduation rate is 57%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1040 and an ACT score of 23. The average home value in this area is $281,010. Discover additional schools in the area, like New London Public Schools, Science and Technology Magnet Pathway for High School Grades, New London Visual & Performing Arts Magnet School, and more. Learn more about what New London has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near New London High School.

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