Serving 496 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Conte/west Hills 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 9% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). 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 11:1 is lower than 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 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 496 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Conte/west Hills Magnet School's student population of 496 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
496 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Encouraging the curiosity of an explorer and the creativity of an innovator in each of our students.
School Rankings
Conte/west Hills 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 Conte/west Hills Magnet School is 0.60, 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
#860 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
53%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
34%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)41.1%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Conte/west Hills Magnet School's ranking?
Conte/west Hills Magnet School is ranked #860 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?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Conte/west Hills Magnet School?
496 students attend Conte/west Hills Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Conte/west Hills Magnet School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Conte/west Hills Magnet School?
Conte/west Hills Magnet School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Conte/west Hills Magnet School offer ?
Conte/west Hills Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Conte/west Hills Magnet School part of?
Conte/west Hills Magnet School is part of New Haven School District.
In what neighborhood is Conte/west Hills Magnet School located?
Conte/west Hills Magnet School is located in the Wooster Square neighborhood of New Haven, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in Wooster Square.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
this school has week teachers........i wish they had better lunchs for the kids i have been there.....
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