Below Average
#793 of 990 schools in CT
East Rock Community Magnet School
Elementary School · New Haven School District
133 Nash St., New Haven, CT 06511
Enrollment
445
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
445
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#793 of 990
In New Haven
#13 of 42
public schools
In district
#11 of 37
New Haven School District
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East Rock Community Magnet School
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About East Rock Community Magnet School
East Rock Community Magnet School is a public elementary school in New Haven, CT, part of New Haven School District. East Rock Community Magnet School serves approximately 445 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. East Rock Community Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #793 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for East Rock Community Magnet School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 4.2
- CT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
30% of students at East Rock Community Magnet School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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East Rock Community Magnet School — Students at East Rock Community Magnet School score 17% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 5.0/10.
How East Rock Community Magnet School Compares
See how East Rock Community Magnet School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
133 Nash St., New Haven, CT 06511
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East Rock Community Magnet School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST THOMAS'S DAY SCHOOL (rated 8.6/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Worthington Hooker School (rated 6.8/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, COLD SPRING SCHOOL (rated 6.1/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Haven, see our New Haven schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.1 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
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East Rock Community Magnet School
What grades does East Rock Community Magnet School serve?
East Rock Community Magnet School serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend East Rock Community Magnet School?
East Rock Community Magnet School has an enrollment of approximately 445 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East Rock Community Magnet School?
The student-teacher ratio at East Rock Community Magnet School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East Rock Community Magnet School rank in CT?
East Rock Community Magnet School ranks #793 of 990 schools in CT.
What is East Rock Community Magnet School's MySchoolScout rating?
East Rock Community Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 East Rock Community Magnet School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, East Rock Community Magnet School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is East Rock Community Magnet School a charter school?
No, East Rock Community Magnet School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is East Rock Community Magnet School a Title I school?
No, East Rock Community Magnet School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Rock Community Magnet School?
78.4% of students at East Rock Community Magnet 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 8th
- Enrollment
- 445
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 7
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 30.3%
- Phone
- (475) 220-5900
Resources & Links
District
New Haven School District- District Enrollment
- 18,966
- Schools in District
- 37
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,603
- District Rank
- #11 of 37
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