Serving 402 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Benjamin Jepson 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 13% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 29% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 402 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 13% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Benjamin Jepson Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Benjamin Jepson Magnet School's student population of 402 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
402 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Benjamin Jepson Magnet School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Benjamin Jepson Magnet School is 0.55, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#785 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
13%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
63%
31%
Black
22%
12%
White
8%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Jepson Magnet School's ranking?
Benjamin Jepson Magnet School is ranked #785 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Benjamin Jepson Magnet School often compared to?
Benjamin Jepson Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barnard Environmental Magnet School, Beecher School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
13% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Benjamin Jepson Magnet School?
402 students attend Benjamin Jepson Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Benjamin Jepson Magnet School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Benjamin Jepson Magnet School?
Benjamin Jepson Magnet School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Benjamin Jepson Magnet School offer ?
Benjamin Jepson Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Benjamin Jepson Magnet School part of?
Benjamin Jepson Magnet School is part of New Haven School District.
In what neighborhood is Benjamin Jepson Magnet School located?
Benjamin Jepson Magnet School is located in the Fair Haven Heights neighborhood of New Haven, CT.
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