Serving 505 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Highville Charter 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 17% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% 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: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 505 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highville Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Highville Charter School's student population of 505 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 146% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
505 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Highville Charter 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 Highville Charter School is 0.27, 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
#885 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
12%
30%
Black
85%
12%
White
1%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highville Charter School's ranking?
Highville Charter School is ranked #885 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?
6% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Highville Charter School?
The graduation rate of Highville Charter School is 50%, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Highville Charter School?
505 students attend Highville Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Highville Charter School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Highville Charter School?
Highville Charter School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Highville Charter School offer ?
Highville Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Highville Charter School part of?
Highville Charter School is part of Highville Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Highville Charter School located?
Highville Charter School is located in the Prospect Hill Historic District neighborhood of New Haven, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in Prospect Hill Historic District.
School Calendar
View the Highville Charter School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
No School- Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
No School - Spring Break
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
12:30 PM Early Dismissal- Last Day for Pre-K students
June 06, 2025 (Friday)
12:30 PM Early Dismissal- Last Days of School
June 12, 2025 (Thursday)
School Reviews
5 6/10/2020
Highville has gone through many leadership changes and I am very pleased with the direction the school is taking under the new leadership.
1 3/25/2020
I have a PreK3 student enrolled at this educational facility and while his teacher was exceptional; I found the administration as a whole to be a complete and utter disappointment. These individuals lack respect and empathy for the community of parents and children that they serve. It has been my experience that these individuals push and prod parents and students alike and then run and hide behind their fancy titles in an effort to present as educational professionals, when in fact they are not. It is my belief that the principal of this facility, has her work cut out for her if she continues to support her subordinates even when she knows that their actions go against (1) the school's overall mission statement and (2) her own better judgment.
5 7/19/2016
this school is awesome.
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