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Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness

Elementary School · New Haven School District

360 Columbus Avenue, New Haven, CT 06519

Enrollment

406

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#733 of 990

In New Haven

#10 of 42

public schools

In district

#8 of 37

New Haven School District

Academic growth

7.0 / 10

Very Good

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Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness

5.0/10

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

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About Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness

Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness is a public elementary school in New Haven, CT, part of New Haven School District. Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness serves approximately 406 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #733 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 4.2
  • CT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

46% of students at Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness 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

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.0Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.8 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.1Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency3% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency7% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)12% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile12th
Resources & Environment2.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,603
Chronic Absenteeism45.8%

Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness — Students at Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness score 6% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 12%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

88.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 20.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 23.8% (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
46%
ELA
27%
2010
Math
49%
ELA
40%
2011
Math
45%
ELA
35%
2012
Math
50%
ELA
35%
2014
Math
7%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
11%
ELA
23%
2016
Math
10%
ELA
20%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
24%
2018
Math
12%
ELA
29%
2019
Math
12%
ELA
29%
2020*
Math
3%
ELA
10%
2021*
Math
3%
ELA
10%
2022
Math
3%
ELA
10%

* 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: 7.0/10.

How Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness Compares

See how Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.0/10
26th percentile in CT
Academic
3.1/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
7.0/10
Very Good
Environment
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
89%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
35 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
45.8%

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

360 Columbus Avenue, New Haven, CT 06519

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. ST LAWRENCE SCHOOL (rated 6.4/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby West Haven), which scores notably higher. Another option is Truman School (rated 4.5/10, 0.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Hill Central Music Academy (rated 4.3/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in New Haven, see our New Haven schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Hill Central Music Academy New Haven 0.2 mi 4.3
ST MARTIN DE PORRES ACADEMY New Haven 0.2 mi 7.0
John C. Daniels New Haven 0.3 mi 3.0
Truman School New Haven 0.4 mi 4.5
Cooperative High School - Inter-District Magnet New Haven 0.6 mi 5.2
Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School New Haven 0.7 mi 3.5
Hill Regional Career High School New Haven 0.6 mi 3.9
High School In The Community New Haven 0.7 mi 4.4
Amistad Academy New Haven 0.9 mi 5.2
Metropolitan Business Academy New Haven 0.9 mi 3.9
Augusta Lewis Troup School New Haven 1.1 mi 3.5
Sound School New Haven 1.1 mi 3.5
ATLAS AT NEIGHBORHOOD MUSIC SCHOOL New Haven 1.2 mi
Conte/West Hills Magnet School New Haven 1.1 mi 3.7
Barnard Environmental Magnet School New Haven 1.2 mi 3.3
Wexler/Grant Community School New Haven 1.5 mi 4.3
New Haven Academy New Haven 1.4 mi 3.8
James Hillhouse High School New Haven 1.7 mi 3.8
Booker T. Washington Academy New Haven 1.5 mi 2.7
ST LAWRENCE SCHOOL West Haven 1.7 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06519 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$44,394

Median Home Value

$247,600

Median Rent

$1,356/mo

Population

15,426

College Educated

19.5%

Homeownership

25.7%

Avg Commute

20.2 min

Poverty Rate

29.5%

Median Age

34.5

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness

What grades does Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness serve?

Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness?

Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness has an enrollment of approximately 406 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness?

The student-teacher ratio at Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness rank in CT?

Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness ranks #733 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness's MySchoolScout rating?

Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness a charter school?

No, Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness a Title I school?

No, Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness?

88.7% of students at Roberto Clemente Leadership Academy for Global Awareness 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
85 Very Walkable
Transit Score
68 Good Transit
Bike Score
73 Very Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
406
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
35
Free/Reduced Lunch
88.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Connecticut Planning Region 7
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
45.8%

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