Brookfield High School is a public high school serving the town of Brookfield, Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States.
Serving 871 students in grades 9-12, Brookfield High School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 871 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brookfield High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Brookfield High School's student population of 871 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 67 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
871 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
67 teachers
Year Founded
1962
Colors
Blue, Gold
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Sun. Jun 14, 2026
School Rankings
Brookfield High School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Brookfield High School is 0.48, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#345 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
17%
31%
Black
4%
12%
White
70%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bobcat
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Brookfield High School's ranking?
Brookfield High School is ranked #345 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Brookfield High School?
The graduation rate of Brookfield High School is 95%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Brookfield High School?
871 students attend Brookfield High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Brookfield High School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Brookfield High School?
Brookfield High School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Brookfield High School offer ?
Brookfield High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Brookfield High School part of?
Brookfield High School is part of Brookfield School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
The HS has serious issues as things have gotten worse over the years. Too many things to list as the place has become a tremendous dissapointment. We had to pull our kid out and send her to private school.
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