Serving 1,115 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Amistad Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,115 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Amistad Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Amistad Academy's student population of 1,115 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 109 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,115 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
109 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Amistad Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Amistad Academy is 0.51, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#769 out of 940 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
36%
29%
Black
60%
13%
White
1%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
58%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Amistad Academy's ranking?
Amistad Academy is ranked #769 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Amistad Academy?
The graduation rate of Amistad Academy is 90-94%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 90%.
How many students attend Amistad Academy?
1,115 students attend Amistad Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Amistad Academy students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Amistad Academy?
Amistad Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Amistad Academy offer ?
Amistad Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Amistad Academy part of?
Amistad Academy is part of Amistad Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Amistad Academy located?
Amistad Academy is located in the Dwight neighborhood of New Haven, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in Dwight.
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