Serving 1,398 students in grades 9-12, Darien High School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 89% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 1,398 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
Minority Enrollment: 18%
Graduation Rate
: ≥99% (Top 1% in CT)
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 1%
Math Proficiency
: 82% (Top 5%)
Reading Proficiency
: 89% (Top 1%)
Science Proficiency
: 71% (Top 20%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Darien High School ranks within the top 1% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Darien High School is 0.32, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Darien High School?
The graduation rate of Darien High School is 99%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Darien High School?
1,398 students attend Darien High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Darien High School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Darien High School?
Darien High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Darien High School offer ?
Darien High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Darien High School part of?
I moved from a neighboring town to Darien solely to be able to go to this school. This school was pretty great in terms of academics. Something that was really great when I attended was there was very little bullying. Physical school fights very rare. I have many people in college now tell me that in their high school many fights would take place. This town is very wealthy and with that comes stuck up kids with loads of money to spend on drugs etc. and that was a bummer.... amazing sports but it was the main thing everyone cared about and the arts need a little more focus. Despite many difficulties during my time here, I am very thankful I got to go to such a safe, quality and nicely kept school.
- Posted by Student/Alumni - Olivia
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Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: 9-12
Enrollment: 1,398 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
Minority Enrollment: 18%
Graduation Rate
: ≥99% (Top 1%)
Overall Testing Rank
: Top 1%
Math Proficiency
: 82% (Top 5%)
Reading Proficiency
: 89% (Top 1%)
Science Proficiency
: 71% (Top 20%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
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