Carrigan 5/6 Intermediate School
829 Students
Middle School 5th - 6th
School Overview
Carrigan 5/6 Intermediate School, located at 2 Tetlow Street in West Haven, Connecticut, serves as a dedicated transitional educational facility for students in grades 5 and 6. As part of the West Haven Public Schools district, the institution is designed to bridge the gap between elementary and middle school education. The school focuses on fostering a supportive learning environment that helps students navigate the academic and social challenges of early adolescence while preparing them for the more rigorous demands of the secondary school level.
Academically, Carrigan 5/6 emphasizes a comprehensive curriculum aligned with state standards, integrating core subjects such as English language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies. Beyond the classroom, the school encourages student participation in a variety of extracurricular activities and enrichment programs aimed at developing well-rounded individuals. By focusing on both intellectual growth and social-emotional development, Carrigan Intermediate School strives to provide a stable, collaborative atmosphere that encourages curiosity and academic achievement for all students in the West Haven community.
Academically, Carrigan 5/6 emphasizes a comprehensive curriculum aligned with state standards, integrating core subjects such as English language arts, mathematics, science, and social studies. Beyond the classroom, the school encourages student participation in a variety of extracurricular activities and enrichment programs aimed at developing well-rounded individuals. By focusing on both intellectual growth and social-emotional development, Carrigan Intermediate School strives to provide a stable, collaborative atmosphere that encourages curiosity and academic achievement for all students in the West Haven community.
829
Total Students
78.0
Full-Time Teachers
10.6
Student/Teacher Ratio
55.5%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 188 |
| Hispanic | 344 |
| Black | 179 |
| Asian | 60 |
| Two or More | 56 |
| American Indian | 1 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Hispanic344 (41.5%)
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White188 (22.7%)
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Black179 (21.6%)
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Asian60 (7.2%)
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Two or More56 (6.8%)
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American Indian1 (0.1%)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.1%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Middle School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | West Haven School District |
| Phone: | (203)937-4390 |
| Website: | http://www.whschools.org |
| Grade Range: | 5th - 6th |
| Total Students: | 829 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 78.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 10.6 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 397 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 63 |
Grades Taught
Grade 5
388
Grade 6
441
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Grade 5 | 388 |
| Grade 6 | 441 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 395 | 47.6% |
| Male | 434 | 52.4% |
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