Serving 1,139 students in grades 9-12, James Hillhouse High 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 1,139 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Graduation Rate: 57% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
James Hillhouse High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
James Hillhouse High School's student population of 1,139 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 76 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,139 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
76 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
James Hillhouse High 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 James Hillhouse High School is 0.60, 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
#865 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
42%
30%
Black
47%
12%
White
5%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
57%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
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 James Hillhouse High School's ranking?
James Hillhouse High School is ranked #865 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of James Hillhouse High School?
The graduation rate of James Hillhouse High School is 57%, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend James Hillhouse High School?
1,139 students attend James Hillhouse High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of James Hillhouse High School students are Black, 42% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of James Hillhouse High School?
James Hillhouse High School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does James Hillhouse High School offer ?
James Hillhouse High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is James Hillhouse High School part of?
James Hillhouse High School is part of New Haven School District.
In what neighborhood is James Hillhouse High School located?
James Hillhouse High School is located in the Dixwell neighborhood of New Haven, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in Dixwell.
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