Serving 553 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Conte/west Hills 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 12% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 22% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Conte/west Hills Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Conte/west Hills Magnet School's student population of 553 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
553 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Conte/west Hills 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 Conte/west Hills Magnet School is 0.59, 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
#818 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
54%
31%
Black
35%
12%
White
3%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Conte/west Hills Magnet School's ranking?
Conte/west Hills Magnet School is ranked #818 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?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 22% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Conte/west Hills Magnet School?
553 students attend Conte/west Hills Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Conte/west Hills Magnet School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Conte/west Hills Magnet School?
Conte/west Hills Magnet School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Conte/west Hills Magnet School offer ?
Conte/west Hills Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Conte/west Hills Magnet School part of?
Conte/west Hills Magnet School is part of New Haven School District.
In what neighborhood is Conte/west Hills Magnet School located?
Conte/west Hills Magnet School is located in the Wooster Square neighborhood of New Haven, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in Wooster Square.
School Reviews
2 5/1/2012
this school has week teachers........i wish they had better lunchs for the kids i have been there.....
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