Serving 440 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Hill Central Music Academy 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 3% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 9% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% 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: 440 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 3% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hill Central Music Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Hill Central Music Academy's student population of 440 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Hill Central Music Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hill Central Music Academy is 0.37, 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
#932 out of 940 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
3%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
78%
29%
Black
16%
13%
White
3%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Hill Central Music Academy's ranking?
Hill Central Music Academy is ranked #932 out of 940 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?
3% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 9% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Hill Central Music Academy?
440 students attend Hill Central Music Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Hill Central Music Academy students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hill Central Music Academy?
Hill Central Music Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hill Central Music Academy offer ?
Hill Central Music Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hill Central Music Academy part of?
Hill Central Music Academy is part of New Haven School District.
In what neighborhood is Hill Central Music Academy located?
Hill Central Music Academy is located in the The Hill neighborhood of New Haven, CT. There are 4 other public schools located in The Hill.
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