Needs Improvement
#978 of 990 schools in CT
Booker T. Washington Academy
Elementary School · Booker T. Washington Academy District
804 State Street, New Haven, CT 06511
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
384
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
2.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#978 of 990
In New Haven
#41 of 42
public schools
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About Booker T. Washington Academy
Booker T. Washington Academy is a public elementary school in New Haven, CT, part of Booker T. Washington Academy District.
Booker T. Washington Academy serves approximately 384 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Booker T.
Washington Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 out of 10 and ranks #978 of 990 schools in CT. Structured state assessment records for Booker T. Washington Academy show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
- This school 2.7 · Needs Improvement
- CT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Booker T. Washington Academy is a charter school: publicly funded, but run with more independence than a traditional district school. Many charters are built around a specific model or focus, so it's worth understanding this one's mission, how enrollment works, and how it differs from the district schools nearby.
Score Breakdown
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Booker T. Washington Academy — Students at Booker T. Washington Academy score 22% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 12%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
89.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 14 test records from CT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 1.0/10.
How Booker T. Washington Academy Compares
See how Booker T. Washington Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
804 State Street, New Haven, CT 06511
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Booker T. Washington Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Worthington Hooker School (rated 6.8/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is COLD SPRING SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, ALL SAINTS CATHOLIC ACADEMY (rated 5.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Haven, see our New Haven schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.0 miNeighborhood 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Bunker Hill School Waterbury, CT | 2.7 |
| Margaret M. Generali Elementary School Waterbury, CT | 2.7 |
| Edgewood School New Haven, CT | 2.8 |
| Gilmartin School Waterbury, CT | 2.8 |
| Washington School Waterbury, CT | 2.8 |
| Montessori Magnet School Hartford, CT | 2.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Booker T. Washington Academy
What grades does Booker T. Washington Academy serve?
Booker T. Washington Academy serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.
How many students attend Booker T. Washington Academy?
Booker T. Washington Academy has an enrollment of approximately 384 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Booker T. Washington Academy?
The student-teacher ratio at Booker T. Washington Academy is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Booker T. Washington Academy rank in CT?
Booker T. Washington Academy ranks #978 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Booker T. Washington Academy's MySchoolScout rating?
Booker T. Washington Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.7 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 Booker T. Washington Academy?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Booker T. Washington Academy has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2016-2022).
Is Booker T. Washington Academy a charter school?
Yes, Booker T. Washington Academy is a charter school. Charter schools are publicly funded but independently operated, often with more flexibility in curriculum and teaching methods.
Is Booker T. Washington Academy a Title I school?
No, Booker T. Washington Academy is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Booker T. Washington Academy?
89.1% of students at Booker T. Washington Academy qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 8th
- Enrollment
- 384
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 89.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 7
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 28.6%
- Phone
- (203) 691-6535
Resources & Links
District
Booker T. Washington Academy District- District Enrollment
- 384
- Schools in District
- 1
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $14,387
- District Rank
- #1 of 1
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