School Overview
James Hillhouse High School, located on Sherman Parkway in New Haven, Connecticut, is a historic public secondary school serving the New Haven Public Schools district. Known for its deep-rooted legacy, the school has long been a focal point of the local community, emphasizing a balance between rigorous academic preparation and holistic student development. As a comprehensive high school, it offers a diverse curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary education and career readiness, while also providing a variety of extracurricular activities and athletic programs that foster school spirit and student engagement.

The school operates under the mission of the New Haven Public Schools, aiming to provide equitable educational opportunities that meet the needs of a diverse student population. Beyond the classroom, Hillhouse is particularly well-regarded for its historic athletic traditions and active alumni network, which play a significant role in the school's culture. By prioritizing community involvement and student support services, James Hillhouse High School strives to create an environment where students can achieve academic success while building the social and emotional skills necessary to thrive in their future endeavors.
1,124
Total Students
84.0
Full-Time Teachers
13.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
81.4%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for James Hillhouse High School
Demographic Student Count
White66
Hispanic451
Black525
Asian45
Two or More30
American Indian2
  • Black
    525 (46.9%)
  • Hispanic
    451 (40.3%)
  • White
    66 (5.9%)
  • Asian
    45 (4.0%)
  • Two or More
    30 (2.7%)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: New Haven School District
Phone: (475)220-7500
Website: http://www.nhps.net
Grade Range: 9th - 12th
Total Students: 1,124
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 84.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 13.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 841
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 74
Grades Taught
Grade 9 349
Grade 10 280
Grade 11 262
Grade 12 233

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for James Hillhouse High School
Grade Student Count
Grade 9349
Grade 10280
Grade 11262
Grade 12233
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for James Hillhouse High School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female48543.1%
Male63456.4%
Not Specified50.5%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)