Serving 760 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Elm City College Preparatory 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 18% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 19:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% 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: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 760 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 19:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elm City College Preparatory School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Elm City College Preparatory School's student population of 760 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
760 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Rankings
Elm City College Preparatory 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 Elm City College Preparatory School is 0.51, 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
#717 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
19:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
36%
32%
Black
60%
12%
White
2%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
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 Elm City College Preparatory School's ranking?
Elm City College Preparatory School is ranked #717 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Elm City College Preparatory School often compared to?
Elm City College Preparatory Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Amistad Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Elm City College Preparatory School?
The graduation rate of Elm City College Preparatory School is 90%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Elm City College Preparatory School?
760 students attend Elm City College Preparatory School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Elm City College Preparatory School students are Black, 36% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elm City College Preparatory School?
Elm City College Preparatory School has a student ration of 19:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Elm City College Preparatory School offer ?
Elm City College Preparatory School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elm City College Preparatory School part of?
Elm City College Preparatory School is part of Elm City College Preparatory School District.
In what neighborhood is Elm City College Preparatory School located?
Elm City College Preparatory School is located in the Fair Haven neighborhood of New Haven, CT. There are 4 other public schools located in Fair Haven.
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