East Haven School District

District Overview
Located in a large suburban setting within the greater New Haven metropolitan area, the East Haven School District serves as a primary educational pillar for the local community from its headquarters at 35 Wheelbarrow Lane in East Haven, Connecticut. Operating as an active public school system across eight operational schools, the district offers a continuous educational pathway spanning from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. Drawing from the 2024–2025 NCES dataset, the district serves a student body of 2,857 enrolled children. Reflecting a diverse regional community, the student population is comprised of 1,238 White students, 1,230 Hispanic students, 182 Black students, 106 students of two or more races, and 90 Asian students, with balanced gender representation across all grade levels from early childhood programs through high school graduation.

To support academic growth and student well-being across its campuses, the East Haven School District maintains a robust staff of more than 1,265 full-time equivalent (FTE) employees. This dedicated workforce includes approximately 471 FTE classroom teachers, 130 FTE instructional aides, and over 664 FTE support staff personnel who manage student services, operations, and school administration. This strong staffing ratio ensures that learners receive individualized attention and wraparound support throughout their academic journeys. For parents, students, and educational researchers seeking to engage with the district, administrators can be reached by phone at (203) 468-3261 or through their official website at http://www.east-haven.k12.ct.us.
8
Total Schools
2,857
Total Students
471.2
Full-Time Teachers
6.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
Demographics

District Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for East Haven School District
Demographic Student Count
White1,238
Hispanic1,230
Black182
Asian90
Two or More106
American Indian5
Pacific Islander3
  • White
    1,238 (43.4%)
  • Hispanic
    1,230 (43.1%)
  • Black
    182 (6.4%)
  • Two or More
    106 (3.7%)
  • Asian
    90 (3.2%)
  • American Indian
    5 (0.2%)
  • Pacific Islander
    3 (0.1%)
School Levels

School Levels Data Table

School Levels in East Haven School District
School LevelSchool Count
Elementary5
Middle1
High1
Other1
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District Details
Status:Open
District type:Regular public school district that is not a component of a supervisory union
Charter:Not a charter district
Number of schools:8
Students:2,857*
Teachers (FTE):471.2*
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:6.1
Schools in East Haven School District
Found 8 Schools