Joel Barlow High School is a public high school serving students in ninth through twelfth grades in Redding, Fairfield County, Connecticut, United States. The school serves Easton and Redding students.
Serving 698 students in grades 9-12, Joel Barlow High School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 698 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Graduation Rate: 95% (Top 30% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10%
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Joel Barlow High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Joel Barlow High School's student population of 698 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 63 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
698 students
Total Classroom Teachers
63 teachers
Year Founded
2001
Colors
Red and Gold
School Rankings
Joel Barlow High School ranks within the top 10% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Joel Barlow High School is 0.38, 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
#56 out of 939 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
11%
32%
Black
2%
12%
White
78%
46%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Falcons
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joel Barlow High School's ranking?
Joel Barlow High School is ranked #56 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Joel Barlow High School?
The graduation rate of Joel Barlow High School is 95%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Joel Barlow High School?
698 students attend Joel Barlow High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Joel Barlow High School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joel Barlow High School?
Joel Barlow High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Joel Barlow High School offer ?
Joel Barlow High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Joel Barlow High School part of?
Joel Barlow High School is part of Regional School District 09.
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