Serving 236 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Lincoln-bassett 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 10-14% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lincoln-bassett School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Lincoln-bassett School's student population of 236 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
236 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lincoln-bassett 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 Lincoln-bassett School is 0.54, 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
#870 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
34%
32%
Black
59%
12%
White
4%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
88%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lincoln-bassett School's ranking?
Lincoln-bassett School is ranked #870 out of 939 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?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Lincoln-bassett School?
236 students attend Lincoln-bassett School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Lincoln-bassett School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are White, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lincoln-bassett School?
Lincoln-bassett School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lincoln-bassett School offer ?
Lincoln-bassett School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lincoln-bassett School part of?
Lincoln-bassett School is part of New Haven School District.
In what neighborhood is Lincoln-bassett School located?
Lincoln-bassett School is located in the Newhallville neighborhood of New Haven, CT.
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