Amistad Academy

Serving 1,125 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 21% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 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 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Facts (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 1,125 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : ≥95% (Top 10% in CT)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 26% (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:

School Overview

Amistad Academy's student population of 1,125 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 107 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
1,125 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
107 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
“Everyone can and will!”

School Rankings

Amistad Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 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 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
This School
State Level (CT)
#696 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
21%
41%
40%
50%
26%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
36%
31%
Black
60%
12%
White
1%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.51
≥95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Amistad Academy's ranking?
Amistad Academy is ranked #696 out of 939 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Amistad Academy?
The graduation rate of Amistad Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Amistad Academy?
1,125 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 11:1, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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Quick Facts (2025)

  • School Type: Charter School
  • Grades: Kindergarten-12
  • Enrollment: 1,125 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 99%
  • : ≥95% (Top 10%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 21% (Btm 50%)
  • : 40% (Btm 50%)
  • : 26% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education

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