Serving 393 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 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 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:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Worthington Hooker School's student population of 393 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
393 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
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 0.74, which is more 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
#281 out of 942 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
20%
5%
Hispanic
14%
29%
Black
19%
13%
White
41%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
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?
393 students attend Worthington Hooker School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Worthington Hooker School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Black, 14% 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 14:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
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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