School Overview
Haddam-Killingworth High School (HKHS), located in Higganum, Connecticut, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for Regional School District 17, which encompasses the towns of Haddam and Killingworth. The school is known for fostering a close-knit community atmosphere, benefiting from its relatively small size, which allows for personalized attention and strong relationships between students and faculty. Its curriculum is designed to provide a comprehensive academic foundation, offering a variety of college-preparatory courses, electives, and opportunities for advanced learning to prepare students for success after graduation.

Beyond its academic offerings, HKHS places a significant emphasis on the development of the "whole student" through a robust extracurricular program. The school supports a wide array of athletic teams, competitive academic clubs, performing arts ensembles, and student organizations that encourage leadership and community involvement. By balancing rigorous scholastic standards with a diverse range of enrichment activities, Haddam-Killingworth High School strives to cultivate a supportive environment where students are encouraged to pursue their individual passions while contributing to the greater school community.
466
Total Students
48.8
Full-Time Teachers
9.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
13.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Haddam-Killingworth High School
Demographic Student Count
White409
Hispanic23
Black6
Asian10
Two or More16
American Indian1
  • White
    409 (88.0%)
  • Hispanic
    23 (4.9%)
  • Two or More
    16 (3.4%)
  • Asian
    10 (2.2%)
  • Black
    6 (1.3%)
  • American Indian
    1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Regional School District 17
Phone: (860)345-8541
Website: http://hkhs.rsd17.org
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 466
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 48.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 9.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch: 53
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 11
Grades Taught
Grade 9 96
Grade 10 120
Grade 11 130
Grade 12 120

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Haddam-Killingworth High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 996
Grade 10120
Grade 11130
Grade 12120
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Haddam-Killingworth High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female21145.3%
Male25454.5%
Not Specified10.2%