West Haven School District
School District · West Haven, Connecticut
Avg Rating
5.6
out of 10
Schools
9
6 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,723
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Avg Rating
5.6
out of 10
Schools
9
6 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,723
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Evaluating West Haven School District?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge West Haven School District as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Edith E. Mackrille School
West Haven · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Savin Rock Community School
West Haven · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Alma E. Pagels School
West Haven · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Connecticut rank
#107 of 134
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
-0.7
below Connecticut avg
Per-pupil spending
$21,723
$3,282 vs Connecticut median
District size
5,998 students
Much larger than Connecticut median
The short answer
West Haven School District ranks #107 of 134 Connecticut districts by overall school rating. West Haven School District's schools with real test data average 5.6/10 across 9 schools. Its top-rated schools are Edith E. Mackrille School (8.5/10), Savin Rock Community School (6.9/10), and Alma E. Pagels School (6.3/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Rates 8.5/10 despite 52% of students being economically disadvantaged. That's about 2.9 points higher than its student-poverty level predicts. Roughly as clean a case of strong results without an affluent-ZIP price tag as you'll find among West Haven School District schools.
Top-Rated Schools in West Haven School District
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (9 of 9). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Edith E. Mackrille School | 8.5 / 10 |
| 2 | Savin Rock Community School | 6.9 / 10 |
| 3 | Alma E. Pagels School | 6.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Washington School | 5.1 / 10 |
| 5 | Carrigan 5/6 Intermediate School | 5.0 / 10 |
| 6 | Harry M. Bailey Middle School | 4.9 / 10 |
| 7 | Forest School | 4.9 / 10 |
| 8 | Seth G. Haley School | 4.8 / 10 |
| 9 | West Haven High School | 4.1 / 10 |
See all 9 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About West Haven School District
West Haven School District is a West Haven, Connecticut school district serving 9 schools. The district educates 5,998 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.1:1. The district invests $21,723 per student annually.
With an average rating of 5.6/10, West Haven School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Edith E. Mackrille School, which has a composite score of 8.5/10.
In standardized testing, West Haven School District students show an average math proficiency of 48.5% and ELA proficiency of 51.7%.
The district includes 6 elementary schools , 2 middle schools , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in West Haven School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in West Haven School District with test data.
Schools in West Haven School District
9 schools Elementary Schools 6
Middle Schools 2
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Connecticut
- City
- West Haven
- Total Enrollment
- 5,998
- Teachers (FTE)
- 494
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.2%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in West Haven School District?
West Haven School District has 9 schools in total — 6 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for West Haven School District?
The average composite rating for West Haven School District is 5.6/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in West Haven School District?
West Haven School District spends $21,723 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in West Haven School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in West Haven School District is 12.1:1.
What is the top-rated school in West Haven School District?
Edith E. Mackrille School is the highest-rated school in West Haven School District with a composite score of 8.5/10.
What are the test scores in West Haven School District?
Across schools in West Haven School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 48.5% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 51.7%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does West Haven School District compare to other districts in Connecticut?
West Haven School District has an average school rating of 5.6/10 across 9 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Connecticut by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 5.6/10
- Math Proficiency
- 48.5%
- ELA Proficiency
- 51.7%
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Connecticut Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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