New Light High School serves 37 students in grades 9-12.
The student:teacher ratio of 6:1 was lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
Total Students
37 students
Total Classroom Teachers
6 teachers
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
American Indian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Asian
(15-16)n/a
5%
Hispanic
(15-16)35%
23%
Black
(15-16)63%
13%
White
(15-16)2%
56%
Hawaiian
(15-16)n/a
n/a
Two or more races
(15-16)n/a
3%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend New Light High School?
37 students attend New Light High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of New Light High School students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, and 2% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of New Light High School?
New Light High School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does New Light High School offer ?
New Light High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12
What school district is New Light High School part of?
New Light High School is part of New Haven School District.
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