Serving 449 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, East Rock Community 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 11% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority 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: 449 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 11% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Rock Community Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
East Rock Community Magnet School's student population of 449 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
449 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Rock Community 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 East Rock Community Magnet School is 0.68, 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
#834 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
11%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
43%
30%
Black
35%
12%
White
12%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Rock Community Magnet School's ranking?
East Rock Community Magnet School is ranked #834 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are East Rock Community Magnet School often compared to?
East Rock Community Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Worthington Hooker School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend East Rock Community Magnet School?
449 students attend East Rock Community Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of East Rock Community Magnet School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Rock Community Magnet School?
East Rock Community Magnet School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does East Rock Community Magnet School offer ?
East Rock Community Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is East Rock Community Magnet School part of?
East Rock Community Magnet School is part of New Haven School District.
In what neighborhood is East Rock Community Magnet School located?
East Rock Community Magnet 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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