Engineering - Science University Magnet School

500 Boston Post Road
West Haven, CT 06516
6/
10
Top 50%
Serving 600 students in grades 6-12, Engineering - Science University Magnet School ranks in the top 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 41% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher 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 71% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 600 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 71%
  • : ≥95% (Top 20% in CT)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 41% (Btm 50%)
  • : 63% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Engineering - Science University Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:

School Overview

Engineering - Science University Magnet School's student population of 600 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
600 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers

School Rankings

Engineering - Science University Magnet School ranks within the top 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Engineering - Science University Magnet School is 0.76, 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.
This School
State Level (CT)
#411 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
41%
40%
63%
50%
50-54%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
24%
31%
Black
31%
12%
White
29%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.76
≥95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
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 Engineering - Science University Magnet School's ranking?
Engineering - Science University Magnet School is ranked #411 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Engineering - Science University Magnet School?
The graduation rate of Engineering - Science University Magnet School is 95%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Engineering - Science University Magnet School?
600 students attend Engineering - Science University Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Engineering - Science University Magnet School students are Black, 29% of students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Engineering - Science University Magnet School?
Engineering - Science University Magnet School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Engineering - Science University Magnet School offer ?
Engineering - Science University Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Engineering - Science University Magnet School part of?
Engineering - Science University Magnet School is part of New Haven School District.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 6-12
  • Enrollment: 600 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 71%
  • : ≥95% (Top 20%)
  • : Top 50%
  • : 41% (Btm 50%)
  • : 63% (Top 50%)
  • : 50-54% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education

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