Serving 317 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Brennan Rogers 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 2% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 11% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), 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: 317 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Brennan Rogers School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Brennan Rogers School's student population of 317 students has declined by 33% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
317 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Brennan Rogers 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 Brennan Rogers School is 0.57, which is less 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
#933 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
35%
30%
Black
56%
12%
White
4%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
84%
36%
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 Brennan Rogers School's ranking?
Brennan Rogers School is ranked #933 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?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 11% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Brennan Rogers School?
317 students attend Brennan Rogers School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Brennan Rogers School students are Black, 35% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Brennan Rogers School?
Brennan Rogers School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Brennan Rogers School offer ?
Brennan Rogers School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Brennan Rogers School part of?
Brennan Rogers School is part of New Haven School District.
In what neighborhood is Brennan Rogers School located?
Brennan Rogers School is located in the West Rock neighborhood of New Haven, CT. There are 3 other public schools located in West Rock.
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