For the 2026 school year, there are 3 public high schools serving 1,065 students in Winsted, CT.
The top-ranked public high schools in Winsted, CT are Northwestern Regional High School, The Gilbert School and Explorations. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Winsted, CT public high schools have an average math proficiency score of 35% (versus the Connecticut public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 54% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in Winsted have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public high schools.
Winsted, CT public high school have a Graduation Rate of 87%, which is less than the Connecticut average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is Northwestern Regional High School, with ≥95% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Connecticut or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public high school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public High Schools in Winsted, CT (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Northwestern Regional High School
(Math: 50-54% | Reading: 70-74%)
Rank:
Rank:
8/
Top 30%10
100 Battistoni Dr.
Winsted, CT 06098
(860) 379-8525
Winsted, CT 06098
(860) 379-8525
Gr: 9-12 | 536 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 6%
Rank: #22.
The Gilbert School
(Math: 25-29% | Reading: 44%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
200 Williams Ave.
Winsted, CT 06098
(860) 379-8521
Winsted, CT 06098
(860) 379-8521
Gr: 7-12 | 452 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 33%
Rank: #33.
Explorations
Charter School
(Math: ≤20% | Reading: 40-59%)
Rank:
Rank:
4/
Bottom 50%10
71 Spencer St.
Winsted, CT 06098
(860) 738-9070
Winsted, CT 06098
(860) 738-9070
Gr: 9-12 | 77 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 30%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in Winsted, CT?
The top-ranked public high schools in Winsted, CT include Northwestern Regional High School, The Gilbert School and Explorations.
How many public high schools are located in Winsted?
3 public high schools are located in Winsted.
What is the racial composition of students in Winsted?
Winsted public high schools minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is less than the Connecticut public high schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Which public high schools in Winsted are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public high schools in Winsted include: The Gilbert School vs. Northwestern Regional High School, Northwestern Regional High School vs. The Gilbert School
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