New Haven Academy is a four-year, ninth through twelfth grade high school in New Haven, CT. New Haven Academy was founded by Gregory Baldwin and Meredith Gavrin in 2003 as an interdistrict magnet school and part of the New Haven Public School district.
Serving 330 students in grades 9-12, New Haven Academy 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 330 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
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New Haven Academy's student population of 330 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
330 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
2003
School Calendar
School Motto
Think Critically, Be Responsible, Get Involved
New Haven Academy 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 New Haven Academy 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
#782 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
33%
31%
Black
48%
12%
White
15%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
80-84%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id="school-notes">School Notes- School Mascot: White Tiger
- College Classes During High School
- Unique dual enrollment program with Quinnipiac University for qualified 11th and 12th graders; access to classes at SCSU, Gateway, UNH, and Yale University
- Project-Based Learning: Students complete independent projects in their core classes then present their work to panels, classes and invited guests.
- Personal Attention: All students have academic advisors who oversee their progress and communicate regularly with parents.
- After-School Opportunities: Academic support offered daily; enrichment opportunities including Debate Team, Newspaper, Yearbook, Drama, and intramural athletics.
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
<Â鶹¹û¶³´«Ã½ class='so-dt-title' id='faq'>Frequently Asked Questions What is New Haven Academy's ranking?
New Haven Academy is ranked #782 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 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of New Haven Academy?
The graduation rate of New Haven Academy is 80-84%, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend New Haven Academy?
330 students attend New Haven Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of New Haven Academy students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Haven Academy?
New Haven Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does New Haven Academy offer ?
New Haven Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New Haven Academy part of?
New Haven Academy is part of New Haven School District.
In what neighborhood is New Haven Academy located?
New Haven Academy is located in the Downtown neighborhood of New Haven, CT. There are 3 other public schools located in Downtown.
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