Serving 442 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, East Rock Community 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 12% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (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 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), 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: 442 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Rock Community Magnet School's student population of 442 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
442 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Persistence! "I will stick with it, even if it's difficult, and show my evidence!"
School Rankings
East Rock Community 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 East Rock Community Magnet School is 0.70, which is more 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
#833 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
40%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
35%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)30.5%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 East Rock Community Magnet School's ranking?
East Rock Community Magnet School is ranked #833 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are East Rock Community Magnet School often compared to?
East Rock Community Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Worthington Hooker School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend East Rock Community Magnet School?
442 students attend East Rock Community Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of East Rock Community Magnet School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of East Rock Community Magnet School?
East Rock Community Magnet School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does East Rock Community Magnet School offer ?
East Rock Community Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is East Rock Community Magnet School part of?
East Rock Community Magnet School is part of New Haven School District.
In what neighborhood is East Rock Community Magnet School located?
East Rock Community Magnet School is located in the East Rock neighborhood of New Haven, CT. There are 2 other public schools located in East Rock.
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