Serving 315 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Wexler/grant Community 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 4% (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 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 315 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 4% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wexler/grant Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Wexler/grant Community School's student population of 315 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
315 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wexler/grant Community 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 Wexler/grant Community School is 0.51, 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
#921 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
4%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
26%
29%
Black
65%
13%
White
3%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
79%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wexler/grant Community School's ranking?
Wexler/grant Community School is ranked #921 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?
4% 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 Wexler/grant Community School?
315 students attend Wexler/grant Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Wexler/grant Community School students are Black, 26% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wexler/grant Community School?
Wexler/grant Community School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wexler/grant Community School offer ?
Wexler/grant Community School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wexler/grant Community School part of?
Wexler/grant Community School is part of New Haven School District.
In what neighborhood is Wexler/grant Community School located?
Wexler/grant Community School is located in the Dixwell neighborhood of New Haven, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in Dixwell.
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