Serving 496 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Barnard Environmental Magnet School 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 6% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Barnard Environmental Magnet School's student population of 496 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
496 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Barnard Environmental Magnet School 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 Barnard Environmental Magnet School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#887 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
16%
5%
Hispanic
31%
32%
Black
37%
12%
White
10%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)18.6%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barnard Environmental Magnet School's ranking?
Barnard Environmental Magnet School is ranked #887 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Barnard Environmental Magnet School often compared to?
Barnard Environmental Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beecher School, Elm City Montessori School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Barnard Environmental Magnet School?
496 students attend Barnard Environmental Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
37% of Barnard Environmental Magnet School students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Asian, 10% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barnard Environmental Magnet School?
Barnard Environmental Magnet School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Barnard Environmental Magnet School offer ?
Barnard Environmental Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Barnard Environmental Magnet School part of?
Barnard Environmental Magnet School is part of New Haven School District.
In what neighborhood is Barnard Environmental Magnet School located?
Barnard Environmental Magnet School is located in the West River neighborhood of New Haven, CT.
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