Serving 332 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Seth G. Haley School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Seth G. Haley School's student population of 332 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
332 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Seth G. Haley School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Seth G. Haley School is 0.73, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#629 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
33%
32%
Black
22%
12%
White
34%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.8%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
38%
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 Seth G. Haley School's ranking?
Seth G. Haley School is ranked #629 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Seth G. Haley School often compared to?
Seth G. Haley Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alma E. Pagels School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Seth G. Haley School?
332 students attend Seth G. Haley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Seth G. Haley School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Seth G. Haley School?
Seth G. Haley School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Seth G. Haley School offer ?
Seth G. Haley School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Seth G. Haley School part of?
Seth G. Haley School is part of West Haven School District.
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