Clinton Avenue School is a bilingual school located at 293 Clinton Avenue in the Fair Haven neighborhood of New Haven, Connecticut, USA. It was built in 1911 and underwent extensive renovations beginning in 2004. The original design was similar to the nearby Truman School, both Beaux Arts style buildings.
Serving 452 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Clinton Avenue 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 11% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Clinton Avenue School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Clinton Avenue School's student population of 452 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1911
School Rankings
Clinton Avenue 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 Clinton Avenue School is 0.30, 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
#836 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
83%
31%
Black
10%
12%
White
4%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cougar
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Clinton Avenue School's ranking?
Clinton Avenue School is ranked #836 out of 942 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?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Clinton Avenue School?
452 students attend Clinton Avenue School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Clinton Avenue School students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Clinton Avenue School?
Clinton Avenue School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Clinton Avenue School offer ?
Clinton Avenue School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Clinton Avenue School part of?
Clinton Avenue School is part of New Haven School District.
In what neighborhood is Clinton Avenue School located?
Clinton Avenue School is located in the Fair Haven neighborhood of New Haven, CT. There are 4 other public schools located in Fair Haven.
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