Hamden High School

I graduated HHS 08', i attended for 11th & 12th grade. they have level 5, 7, 9, and some AP classes. i took a mix of these class levels. most of the teachers are good and genuinely care about the students. the biggest problem is that some of the level 5 classes dont expect much from the students and let them slide by without learning what they need to learn. not all the level 5 classes i took were like this, but some were. the other problem is that some classes are hard for students to get into, and the school doesnt utilize the space/number of rooms well. but how good the teachers were impressed me, they were better than the ones at the private school i transferred from. and socially its fine for any kind of teenager no matter where youre from or what youre used to, its very diverse.
--Submitted by a student

my daughter and I gratuated from here and its a great school and have great programs .
--Submitted by a parent

Teachers CARE about their students - an strive to promote an environment that is fun in order to hold the attention of their students!
--Submitted by a parent

This school is in need of computers and classroom materials.
--Submitted by a parent

A somewhat decent school, it has different levels which is great, however it's hard to get into any of the programming classes due to lack of interest or too much interest, and then the other classes can sometimes be hard to get into, depending on what subject it is, although if you bug the guidance counselors enough (if you can get an appointment) you can usually get in. Teachers in the 9 levels care, teachers in the 7 levels are so-so, anad the teachers in the 5 levels know their kids don't care so neither do they. All in all an okay school.
--Submitted by a student

i've been a student since 2005.... this school is alright...they just have to stop letting people come in from new haven
--Submitted by a student

school's good. A little too big, but you can get any classes if you really want to.
--Submitted by a student

Too big. Too boring. Teacher quality not that greate. Hard to get any tecnical classes because of number of students. Electronics class i was able to take was the best, but limited by # of hours, and equipment. Most of the stuff was outdated or brokend and we didn't have enougf books for all the students. I now atted Platt Tech, a Vanguard School, and i love it there.
--Submitted by a student

Hamden High is a good school with many excellent teachers who are great at what they do. The classes at this school are excellent, and since there are different levels for every class, everyone can learn at their own pace. This is great for all stusdents and helps everyone out.
--Submitted by a student

Hamden High School is a large school, and therefore, can be a challenge to patrol and ensure the safety of all children... Good teachers, and a dedicated principle. (new one...Mr. Highsmith)
--Submitted by Bradley, a parent