Engineering - Science University Magnet School
608 Students
High School 6th - 12th
School Overview
The **Engineering-Science University Magnet School (ESUMS)**, located in West Haven, Connecticut, is a specialized secondary school that functions as a collaborative partnership between the New Haven Public Schools district and the University of New Haven. The institution is designed to provide students with a rigorous, STEM-focused curriculum that emphasizes engineering principles, scientific inquiry, and technological proficiency. By leveraging its proximity to the university campus, the school offers students unique access to collegiate-level resources, specialized laboratories, and mentorship opportunities from university faculty, bridging the gap between secondary education and higher learning.
Beyond its academic focus, ESUMS is committed to cultivating a culture of innovation and hands-on problem solving. The school’s curriculum is structured to prepare students for competitive STEM careers through project-based learning and an interdisciplinary approach that integrates mathematics and science into real-world applications. By creating an environment that mirrors the professional engineering field, ESUMS aims to equip its diverse student body with the critical thinking, technical skills, and collaborative experience necessary to succeed in a rapidly evolving global economy.
Beyond its academic focus, ESUMS is committed to cultivating a culture of innovation and hands-on problem solving. The school’s curriculum is structured to prepare students for competitive STEM careers through project-based learning and an interdisciplinary approach that integrates mathematics and science into real-world applications. By creating an environment that mirrors the professional engineering field, ESUMS aims to equip its diverse student body with the critical thinking, technical skills, and collaborative experience necessary to succeed in a rapidly evolving global economy.
608
Total Students
52.0
Full-Time Teachers
11.7
Student/Teacher Ratio
50.8%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 165 |
| Hispanic | 151 |
| Black | 177 |
| Asian | 64 |
| Two or More | 49 |
| American Indian | 2 |
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Black177 (29.1%)
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White165 (27.1%)
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Hispanic151 (24.8%)
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Asian64 (10.5%)
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Two or More49 (8.1%)
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American Indian2 (0.3%)
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)220-6000 |
| Website: | http://www.nhps.net |
| Grade Range: | 6th - 12th |
| Total Students: | 608 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 52.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 11.7 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 258 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 51 |
Grades Taught
Grade 6
90
Grade 7
87
Grade 8
89
Grade 9
92
Grade 10
87
Grade 11
81
Grade 12
82
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 6 | 90 |
| Grade 7 | 87 |
| Grade 8 | 89 |
| Grade 9 | 92 |
| Grade 10 | 87 |
| Grade 11 | 81 |
| Grade 12 | 82 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 230 | 37.8% |
| Male | 378 | 62.2% |
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