Serving 467 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Barnard Environmental Magnet 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 6% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 19% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barnard Environmental Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Barnard Environmental Magnet School's student population of 467 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
467 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Barnard Environmental Magnet 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 Barnard Environmental Magnet School is 0.73, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#879 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
5%
Hispanic
30%
30%
Black
39%
12%
White
12%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barnard Environmental Magnet School's ranking?
Barnard Environmental Magnet School is ranked #879 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Barnard Environmental Magnet School often compared to?
Barnard Environmental Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Beecher School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Barnard Environmental Magnet School?
467 students attend Barnard Environmental Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Barnard Environmental Magnet School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Asian, 12% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Barnard Environmental Magnet School?
Barnard Environmental Magnet School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Barnard Environmental Magnet School offer ?
Barnard Environmental Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Barnard Environmental Magnet School part of?
Barnard Environmental Magnet School is part of New Haven School District.
In what neighborhood is Barnard Environmental Magnet School located?
Barnard Environmental Magnet School is located in the West River neighborhood of New Haven, CT.
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