Worthington Hooker School

180 Canner St.
New Haven, CT 06511
8/
10
Top 30%
Serving 413 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Worthington Hooker School ranks in the top 30% 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 52% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Black and Asian), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).

Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 413 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 66%
  • : Top 30% in CT
  • : 52% (Top 50%)
  • : 67% (Top 30%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Worthington Hooker School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Worthington Hooker School's student population of 413 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
413 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers

School Rankings

Worthington Hooker School ranks within the top 30% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Worthington Hooker School is 0.75, 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.
This School
State Level (CT)
#281 out of 942 schools
(Top 30%)
52%
40%
67%
50%
65-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
18%
5%
Hispanic
13%
31%
Black
29%
12%
White
34%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.75
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Worthington Hooker School's ranking?
Worthington Hooker School is ranked #281 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Worthington Hooker School often compared to?
Worthington Hooker Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Rock Community Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Worthington Hooker School?
413 students attend Worthington Hooker School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Worthington Hooker School students are White, 29% of students are Black, 18% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Worthington Hooker School?
Worthington Hooker School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Worthington Hooker School offer ?
Worthington Hooker School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Worthington Hooker School part of?
Worthington Hooker School is part of New Haven School District.
In what neighborhood is Worthington Hooker School located?
Worthington Hooker School is located in the East Rock neighborhood of New Haven, CT. There are 2 other public schools located in East Rock.

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Quick Stats (2025)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-8
  • Enrollment: 413 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 66%
  • : Top 30%
  • : 52% (Top 50%)
  • : 67% (Top 30%)
  • : 65-69% (Top 20%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education

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