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Beecher School

Elementary School · New Haven School District

100 Jewel Street, New Haven, CT 06511

Enrollment

473

Student-Teacher

16.9:1

Score

6.1

Grades

Pre-K – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#547 of 990

In New Haven

#4 of 42

public schools

In district

#4 of 37

New Haven School District

Academic growth

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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Beecher School

6.1/10

Elementary School in New Haven · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.6/10

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About Beecher School

Beecher School is a public elementary school in New Haven, CT, part of New Haven School District. Beecher School serves approximately 473 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 16.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Beecher School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #547 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Beecher School show 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.9 pts above district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 4.2
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.0Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.38 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.4Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency19% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency23% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile36th
Resources & Environment2.3Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio16.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,603
Chronic Absenteeism25.2%

Beecher School — Students at Beecher School score 23% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

77.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 28.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 39.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from CT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
53%
ELA
49%
2010
Math
47%
ELA
50%
2011
Math
55%
ELA
59%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
55%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2015
Math
14%
ELA
31%
2016
Math
16%
ELA
31%
2017
Math
22%
ELA
37%
2018
Math
29%
ELA
44%
2019
Math
29%
ELA
44%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
30%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
30%
2022
Math
19%
ELA
27%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.0/10.

How Beecher School Compares

See how Beecher School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
45th percentile in CT
Academic
5.4/10
Average
Growth
8.0/10
Excellent
Environment
2.3/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
78%
Teaching Staff
17:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
25.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

100 Jewel Street, New Haven, CT 06511

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Beecher School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Elm City Montessori School (rated 6.7/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Barack H. Obama Magnet University School (rated 6.6/10, 0.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Mauro-Sheridan Magnet School (rated 5.3/10, 0.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in New Haven, see our New Haven schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Barack H. Obama Magnet University School New Haven 0.3 mi 6.6
Elm City Montessori School New Haven 0.3 mi 6.7
Edgewood School New Haven 0.7 mi 2.8
CHAPEL HAVEN SCHLEIFER CENTER New Haven 0.6 mi
Mauro-Sheridan Magnet School New Haven 0.6 mi 5.3
Common Ground High School New Haven 0.9 mi 2.8
James Hillhouse High School New Haven 0.8 mi 3.8
King/Robinson Magnet School New Haven 0.9 mi 3.3
Barnard Environmental Magnet School New Haven 1.1 mi 3.3
Augusta Lewis Troup School New Haven 1.1 mi 3.5
HOPKINS SCHOOL New Haven 1.0 mi 6.9
Brennan Rogers School New Haven 1.3 mi 4.5
Davis Academy for Arts & Design Innovation New Haven 1.0 mi 3.9
Eli Whitney Technical High School Hamden 1.3 mi 5.5
Amistad Academy New Haven 1.3 mi 5.2
Lincoln-Bassett School New Haven 1.2 mi 3.2
Wexler/Grant Community School New Haven 1.3 mi 4.3
Hill Regional Career High School New Haven 1.6 mi 3.9
Helen Street School Hamden 1.7 mi 4.6
Highville Charter School New Haven 1.4 mi 3.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06511 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$56,300

Median Home Value

$313,400

Median Rent

$1,534/mo

Population

54,744

College Educated

47.9%

Homeownership

20.1%

Avg Commute

20.1 min

Poverty Rate

25.8%

Median Age

29.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Beecher School

What grades does Beecher School serve?

Beecher School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.

How many students attend Beecher School?

Beecher School has an enrollment of approximately 473 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Beecher School?

The student-teacher ratio at Beecher School is 16.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Beecher School rank in CT?

Beecher School ranks #547 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Beecher School's MySchoolScout rating?

Beecher School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Beecher School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Beecher School has 29% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Beecher School a charter school?

No, Beecher School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Beecher School a Title I school?

No, Beecher School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Beecher School?

77.8% of students at Beecher School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
78 Very Walkable
Transit Score
41 Some Transit
Bike Score
69 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
473
Student-Teacher Ratio
16.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
77.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Connecticut Planning Region 7
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
25.2%

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