Serving 405 students in grades 9-12, Metropolitan Business Academy 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 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% 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: 9-12
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Graduation Rate: ≥95% (Top 20% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Metropolitan Business Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Graduation Rate
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Metropolitan Business Academy's student population of 405 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
405 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Metropolitan Business Academy 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 Metropolitan Business Academy is 0.62, 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)
10-14%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
49%
30%
Black
37%
12%
White
9%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥95%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Metropolitan Business Academy's ranking?
Metropolitan Business Academy is ranked #865 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Metropolitan Business Academy often compared to?
Metropolitan Business Academyis often viewed alongside schools like High School In The Community, Hill Regional Career High School by visitors of our site.
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 Metropolitan Business Academy?
The graduation rate of Metropolitan Business Academy is 95%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Metropolitan Business Academy?
405 students attend Metropolitan Business Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Metropolitan Business Academy students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Metropolitan Business Academy?
Metropolitan Business Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Metropolitan Business Academy offer ?
Metropolitan Business Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Metropolitan Business Academy part of?
Metropolitan Business Academy is part of New Haven School District.
In what neighborhood is Metropolitan Business Academy located?
Metropolitan Business Academy is located in the Wooster Square neighborhood of New Haven, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in Wooster Square.
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