Serving 384 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Booker T. Washington Academy ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 22% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 384 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Booker T. Washington Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Booker T. Washington Academy's student population of 384 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 30% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
384 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
2014
School Calendar
School Motto
"Be present in all things and thankful for all things." — Maya Angelou
School Rankings
Booker T. Washington Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Booker T. Washington Academy is 0.35, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#762 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
17%
31%
Black
79%
12%
White
n/a
47%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
67%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Booker T. Washington Academy's ranking?
Booker T. Washington Academy is ranked #762 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Booker T. Washington Academy often compared to?
Booker T. Washington Academyis often viewed alongside schools like West Woods School, Bradley School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 25% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Booker T. Washington Academy?
384 students attend Booker T. Washington Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Booker T. Washington Academy students are Black, 17% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Booker T. Washington Academy?
Booker T. Washington Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Booker T. Washington Academy offer ?
Booker T. Washington Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Booker T. Washington Academy part of?
Booker T. Washington Academy is part of Booker T. Washington Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Booker T. Washington Academy located?
Booker T. Washington Academy is located in the Downtown neighborhood of New Haven, CT. There are 3 other public schools located in Downtown.
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