Serving 737 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Fair Haven 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 5% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 14% (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 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 737 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Fair Haven School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Fair Haven School's student population of 737 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 68 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
737 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
68 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Fair Haven 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 Fair Haven School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#910 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
85%
29%
Black
6%
13%
White
4%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Fair Haven School's ranking?
Fair Haven School is ranked #910 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?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Fair Haven School?
737 students attend Fair Haven School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Fair Haven School students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Fair Haven School?
Fair Haven School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Fair Haven School offer ?
Fair Haven School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Fair Haven School part of?
Fair Haven School is part of New Haven School District.
In what neighborhood is Fair Haven School located?
Fair Haven 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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