Serving 334 students in grades 5-8, Betsy Ross Arts 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 31% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% 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: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School's student population of 334 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
334 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We are BRAMS on the R.I.S.E. - Bridging the Arts and Academics
School Rankings
Betsy Ross Arts 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 Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School is 0.65, 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
#779 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
40%
31%
Black
43%
12%
White
11%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School's ranking?
Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School is ranked #779 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?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School?
334 students attend Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School students are Black, 40% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School?
Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School offer ?
Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School part of?
Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School is part of New Haven School District.
In what neighborhood is Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School located?
Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School is located in the The Hill neighborhood of New Haven, CT. There are 4 other public schools located in The Hill.
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