Its former principal, Edmund Higgins, retired at the end of the 2007–08 school year.

All students must satisfy 13 performance graduation requirements in areas such as writing, non-fiction reading, mathematical problem solving, and scientific concepts.

One notable aspect of the school was its "Senior Exhibition" program.

Every student had to complete a thorough research project on a topic of his or her choice during senior year.

The Branford Hornets Ice Hockey team has won two State Championships in the Division II C.I.A.C.