Frederick U. Conard High School is a public high school in West Hartford, in the U.S. state of Connecticut. It opened in 1957, and was named after Frederick Underwood Conard, president of Niles-Bement-Pond Company and chairman of the local Board of Education when plans for the school were approved.
Serving 1,402 students in grades 9-12, Conard High School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 48% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,402 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 48%
- Graduation Rate: 92% (Top 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30%
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Conard High School's student population of 1,402 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 100 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,402 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
100 teachers
Year Founded
1957
Colors
Red, Grey
School Calendar
Campus Size
50
School Rankings
Conard High School ranks within the top 30% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Conard High School is 0.66, 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
#268 out of 939 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
23%
31%
Black
9%
12%
White
52%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
92%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Conard High School's ranking?
Conard High School is ranked #268 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Conard High School often compared to?
Conard High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hall High School, Avon High School, Bloomfield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Conard High School?
The graduation rate of Conard High School is 92%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Conard High School?
1,402 students attend Conard High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Conard High School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Conard High School?
Conard High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Conard High School offer ?
Conard High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Conard High School part of?
Conard High School is part of West Hartford School District.
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