Serving 608 students in grades 6-12, Engineering - Science University Magnet School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 73% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 608 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50%
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Engineering - Science University Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Engineering - Science University Magnet School's student population of 608 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 52 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
608 students
Total Classroom Teachers
52 teachers
Year Founded
2008
School Rankings
Engineering - Science University Magnet School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Engineering - Science University Magnet School is 0.77, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#365 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
25%
32%
Black
29%
12%
White
27%
46%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
38%
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 Engineering - Science University Magnet School's ranking?
Engineering - Science University Magnet School is ranked #365 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Engineering - Science University Magnet School?
The graduation rate of Engineering - Science University Magnet School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Engineering - Science University Magnet School?
608 students attend Engineering - Science University Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Engineering - Science University Magnet School students are Black, 27% of students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Engineering - Science University Magnet School?
Engineering - Science University Magnet School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Engineering - Science University Magnet School offer ?
Engineering - Science University Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Engineering - Science University Magnet School part of?
Engineering - Science University Magnet School is part of New Haven School District.
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