Serving 483 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 15% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). 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 15:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Benjamin Jepson Magnet School's student population of 483 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
483 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Benjamin Jepson 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 Benjamin Jepson Magnet School is 0.58, 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 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
60%
32%
Black
23%
12%
White
9%
46%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)29.8%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Benjamin Jepson Magnet School's ranking?
Benjamin Jepson Magnet School is ranked #785 out of 939 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
483 students attend Benjamin Jepson Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Benjamin Jepson Magnet School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Benjamin Jepson Magnet School?
Benjamin Jepson Magnet School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than 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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