Serving 462 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Beecher 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 22% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 93% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Beecher School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Beecher School's student population of 462 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
462 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Motto
L.W. Beecher Museum Magnet School of Arts and Sciences uses a "hands-on approach" to learning.
School Rankings
Beecher School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Beecher School is 0.60, which is less 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
#745 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
30%
32%
Black
55%
12%
White
7%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Beecher School's ranking?
Beecher School is ranked #745 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Beecher School often compared to?
Beecher Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barnard Environmental Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Beecher School?
462 students attend Beecher School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Beecher School students are Black, 30% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Beecher School?
Beecher School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Beecher School offer ?
Beecher School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Beecher School part of?
Beecher School is part of New Haven School District.
In what neighborhood is Beecher School located?
Beecher School is located in the Beaver Hills neighborhood of New Haven, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in Beaver Hills.
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