For the 2026 school year, there are 2 public high schools serving 2,421 students in 06516, CT.
The top-ranked public high schools in 06516, CT are Engineering - Science University Magnet School and West Haven High School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Public high schools in zipcode 06516 have an average math proficiency score of 30% (versus the Connecticut public high school average of 33%), and reading proficiency score of 49% (versus the 53% statewide average). High schools in 06516, CT have an average ranking of 4/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public high schools.
Public high school in zipcode 06516 have a Graduation Rate of 88%, which is less than the Connecticut average of 89%.
The school with highest graduation rate is West Haven High School, with 88% graduation rate. Read more about public school graduation rate statistics in Connecticut or national school graduation rate statistics.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public high school average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
Best 06516, CT Public High Schools (2026)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Engineering - Science University Magnet School
Magnet School
(Math: 48% | Reading: 63%)
Rank:
Rank:
7/
Top 50%10
500 Boston Post Road
West Haven, CT 06516
(475) 220-6000
West Haven, CT 06516
(475) 220-6000
Gr: 6-12 | 608 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 73%
Rank: #22.
West Haven High School
(Math: 15% | Reading: 36%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
1 Mcdonough Plaza
West Haven, CT 06516
(203) 937-4360
West Haven, CT 06516
(203) 937-4360
Gr: 9-12 | 1,813 students Student-teacher ratio: 16:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public high schools in 06516, CT?
The top-ranked public high schools in 06516, CT include Engineering - Science University Magnet School and West Haven High School.
How many public high schools are located in 06516?
2 public high schools are located in 06516.
What is the racial composition of students in 06516?
06516 public high schools minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public high schools average of 56% (majority Hispanic).
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