New Haven Academy

444 Orange Street
New Haven, CT 06511
3/
10
Bottom 50%
Serving 332 students in grades 9-12, New Haven 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 11-19% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-39% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 89% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 332 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 89%
  • : 80-89% (Btm 50% in CT)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education

School Overview

New Haven Academy's student population of 332 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
332 students
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Gender %
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Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
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School Rankings

New Haven 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 New Haven Academy is 0.59, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (CT)
#745 out of 940 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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11-19%
39%
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30-39%
51%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
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American Indian
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n/a
Asian
1%
5%
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Hispanic
31%
29%
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Black
55%
13%
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White
11%
49%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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0.59
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80-89%
90%
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Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
34%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
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School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education

School Notes

  • College Classes During High School
  • Unique dual enrollment program with Quinnipiac University for qualified 11th and 12th graders; access to classes at SCSU, Gateway, UNH, and Yale University
  • Project-Based Learning: Students complete independent projects in their core classes then present their work to panels, classes and invited guests.
  • Personal Attention: All students have academic advisors who oversee their progress and communicate regularly with parents.
  • After-School Opportunities: Academic support offered daily; enrichment opportunities including Debate Team, Newspaper, Yearbook, Drama, and intramural athletics.

Frequently Asked Questions

What is New Haven Academy's ranking?
New Haven Academy is ranked #745 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?
11-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 30-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Haven Academy?
The graduation rate of New Haven Academy is 80-89%, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 90%.
How many students attend New Haven Academy?
332 students attend New Haven Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of New Haven Academy students are Black, 31% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Haven Academy?
New Haven Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does New Haven Academy offer ?
New Haven Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is New Haven Academy part of?
New Haven Academy is part of New Haven School District.

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Quick Stats (2024)

  • School Type: Magnet School
  • Grades: 9-12
  • Enrollment: 332 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 89%
  • : 80-89% (Btm 50%)
  • : Bottom 50%
  • : 11-19% (Btm 50%)
  • : 30-39% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education

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