Granby Memorial High School is a public high school in Granby, Connecticut. It was founded in 1957 to accommodate the town's growing population. The school is commonly known as "Home of the Bears" and is a member of the NCCC Athletic Conference, where its athletic teams have won a number of championships.
Serving 563 students in grades 9-12, Granby Memorial High School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 563 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 10% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Granby Memorial High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Graduation Rate
Student Attention
School Overview
Granby Memorial High School's student population of 563 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
563 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Year Founded
1957
Colors
Maroon, Gold
School Motto
Thinkers • Collaborators • Contributors
School Rankings
Granby Memorial High School ranks within the top 20% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Granby Memorial High School is 0.34, 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
#174 out of 939 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
5%
31%
Black
8%
12%
White
81%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bear
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Granby Memorial High School's ranking?
Granby Memorial High School is ranked #174 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Granby Memorial High School often compared to?
Granby Memorial High Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Simsbury High School, East Granby High School, Suffield High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Granby Memorial High School?
The graduation rate of Granby Memorial High School is 95%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Granby Memorial High School?
563 students attend Granby Memorial High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Granby Memorial High School students are White, 8% of students are Black, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Granby Memorial High School?
Granby Memorial High School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Granby Memorial High School offer ?
Granby Memorial High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Granby Memorial High School part of?
Granby Memorial High School is part of Granby School District.
In what neighborhood is Granby Memorial High School located?
Granby Memorial High School is located in the Salmon Brook neighborhood of Granby, CT. There are 2 other public schools located in Salmon Brook.
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