Highville Charter School
Charter School
499 Students
Other Pre-K - 12th
School Overview
Highville Charter School, located at 1 Science Park in New Haven, Connecticut, is a public charter school committed to providing a rigorous academic environment with a focus on student-centered learning. Serving a diverse student population, the school emphasizes a culture of high expectations and community engagement, aiming to prepare students for success in both higher education and their future professional careers. By operating as a charter school, Highville leverages flexibility in its curriculum and instructional methods to better address the unique needs and learning styles of its students.
The school’s location within Science Park places it in a hub of innovation, which complements its educational philosophy of integrating core subjects with real-world applications. Highville Charter School prioritizes small class sizes and a supportive atmosphere, fostering strong relationships between students, staff, and families. Through its dedicated faculty and commitment to academic excellence, the school strives to close achievement gaps and empower students to become critical thinkers and responsible citizens within their local and global communities.
The school’s location within Science Park places it in a hub of innovation, which complements its educational philosophy of integrating core subjects with real-world applications. Highville Charter School prioritizes small class sizes and a supportive atmosphere, fostering strong relationships between students, staff, and families. Through its dedicated faculty and commitment to academic excellence, the school strives to close achievement gaps and empower students to become critical thinkers and responsible citizens within their local and global communities.
499
Total Students
39.0
Full-Time Teachers
12.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
70.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 2 |
| Hispanic | 72 |
| Black | 411 |
| Two or More | 11 |
| American Indian | 2 |
| Pacific Islander | 1 |
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Black411 (82.4%)
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Hispanic72 (14.4%)
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Two or More11 (2.2%)
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White2 (0.4%)
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American Indian2 (0.4%)
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Pacific Islander1 (0.2%)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Other |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Charter School |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | Highville Charter School District |
| Phone: | (203)287-0528 |
| Website: | http://www.highvillecharter.com |
| Grade Range: | Pre-K - 12th |
| Total Students: | 499 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 39.0 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.8 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO) |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 307 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 46 |
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten
80
Kindergarten
36
Grade 1
41
Grade 2
39
Grade 3
56
Grade 4
42
Grade 5
39
Grade 6
30
Grade 7
36
Grade 8
41
Grade 9
22
Grade 10
13
Grade 11
12
Grade 12
12
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Pre-Kindergarten | 80 |
| Kindergarten | 36 |
| Grade 1 | 41 |
| Grade 2 | 39 |
| Grade 3 | 56 |
| Grade 4 | 42 |
| Grade 5 | 39 |
| Grade 6 | 30 |
| Grade 7 | 36 |
| Grade 8 | 41 |
| Grade 9 | 22 |
| Grade 10 | 13 |
| Grade 11 | 12 |
| Grade 12 | 12 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 279 | 55.9% |
| Male | 220 | 44.1% |
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