West Haven High School

West Haven High School

Public High School | Grade 9-12
1 McDonough Plz,  West Haven, CT
West Haven School District
3.6
3.0
1,476 Students
B-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Mrs Dana C Paredes
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Average SAT Score
1080
Average ACT Score
22
Math Proficiency
19%
Reading Proficiency
36%
Average GPA
3.49
Graduation Rate
88%
Annual Tuition
$0

Niche Grade

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

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.49
Reading Proficiency
36%
Math Proficiency
19%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
16:1
Teachers
112
Full Time Teachers
112
Teachers in First or Second Year
5.5%
College Prep
Average SAT
1080
Math
530
Verbal
550
Average ACT
22
Math
22
English
21
Reading
22
Science
22
Number of AP Courses
13
AP Pass Rate
43%
AP Math Enrollment
Low
AP Science Enrollment
Low
Other AP Enrollment
Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Average
Boys Athletic Participation
Average

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
GreatSchools Rating
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Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
331:1

Student Diversity

Male
51.9%
Female
47.9%
Hispanic
41.5%
Black
26.3%
White
24.6%
Asian or Pacific Islander
3.9%
Two or more races
3.3%
Native American
<1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
<1%

School Rankings

#8 Most Diverse Public HS in Connecticut
Source: Niche

Specialty School Programs

Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of New Haven 364 Students
University of Connecticut 361 Students
Southern Connecticut State University 356 Students
Quinnipiac University 263 Students
Boston University 129 Students
Sacred Heart University 119 Students
Central Connecticut State University 116 Students
Connecticut State Community College - Gateway Campus 113 Students
Yale University 108 Students
University of Hartford 106 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Nursing 111 Students
Psychology 104 Students
Business 93 Students
Biology 87 Students
Criminal Justice and Law Enforcement Administration 59 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 55 Students
Computer Science 41 Students
Sport and Fitness Management 34 Students
Criminology 31 Students
Forensic Science and Technology 30 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.6 331 Reviews
4.0 Senior
7/15/2025
My experience with West Haven Highschool as a 2025 graduate was that I had some great memories with friends and sports I participated in. The worst parts about the school are people who engage in violence such as the fights occurring most of the time in the school.
4.0 Senior
2/6/2025
My experience at West Haven High school has its highs and lows. The best part at this school was the sports offered and the amount of extracurriculars. I was brave enough to join three sports and some clubs such as robotics and jazz band. My worst experience here is some of my classmates that fool around while passing to get to class.
4.0 Senior
4/29/2024
West Haven High is a public institution offering a diverse range of classes and extracurricular activities for students. The experience of the classrooms can vary depending on the teacher.
GreatSchools Reviews
3.0 5 Reviews
1.0 teacher
4/10/2019
This school is terrible. Most of the teachers have absolutely no control over their classes. For example, during my sophomore year, a boy was bullied by another kid every day in class. The teacher was aware of the situation and did nothing to help. The situation eventually escalated into physical vi...
4.0 parent
10/10/2013
the best time in real life to experience challenges with people of your own age group. when you will be able to drive a car, go to work/apartment life. the better half will choose college and start a life in managing other peoples lives with a degree to teach,administer health advise become lawyers....
3.0 student
4/13/2013
I was a student from west haven high and I just left cause i had to move. I was in the Alternative program and is was the best thing that could've happened. I went from being in regular classes, failing, not understanding, to the alternative program and getting honors and staying out of trouble. Thi...
5.0 student
2/2/2013
I am a current Junior at West Haven High. I personally have had a great educational experience. I believe that if you are determined to succeed in life, get a degree, and high paying job, west haven high may be the school for you. There are security guards and officers there to ensure student safety...

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West Haven High School is a public school for students in grades 9-12 in West Haven, CT and is served by the West Haven School District in Connecticut. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 1,476 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 16:1. Academic records show that 19% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 36% are proficient in reading. West Haven High School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of B- and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.49, the graduation rate is 88%, and average standardized test scores include an SAT score of 1080 and an ACT score of 22. The average home value in this area is $350,138. Discover additional schools in the area, like Riverside Educational Academy, Sound School, Engineering and Science University Magnet School, and more. Learn more about what West Haven has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near West Haven High School.

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