Serving 482 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Mauro-sheridan Magnet 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 21% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% 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: 482 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mauro-sheridan Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Mauro-sheridan Magnet School's student population of 482 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 17% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
482 students
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Year Founded
2023
School Rankings
Mauro-sheridan Magnet 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 Mauro-sheridan Magnet School is 0.64, 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
#660 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
27%
32%
Black
52%
12%
White
12%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
New Haven School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mauro-sheridan Magnet School's ranking?
Mauro-sheridan Magnet School is ranked #660 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Mauro-sheridan Magnet School often compared to?
Mauro-sheridan Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Davis Academy For Arts & Design Innovation by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Mauro-sheridan Magnet School?
482 students attend Mauro-sheridan Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Mauro-sheridan Magnet School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mauro-sheridan Magnet School?
Mauro-sheridan Magnet School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mauro-sheridan Magnet School offer ?
Mauro-sheridan Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mauro-sheridan Magnet School part of?
Mauro-sheridan Magnet School is part of New Haven School District.
In what neighborhood is Mauro-sheridan Magnet School located?
Mauro-sheridan Magnet School is located in the Amity neighborhood of New Haven, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in Amity.
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