Serving 194 students in grades Prekindergarten-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 8% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). 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 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 194 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 8% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wexler/grant Community School's student population of 194 students has declined by 42% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
194 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wexler/grant Community 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 Wexler/grant Community School is 0.53, which is less 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
#891 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
8%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
32%
32%
Black
61%
12%
White
1%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62.4%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
91%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 #891 out of 939 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?
8% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
194 students attend Wexler/grant Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Wexler/grant Community School students are Black, 32% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wexler/grant Community School?
Wexler/grant Community School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wexler/grant Community School offer ?
Wexler/grant Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
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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