BEECHER SCHOOL

Beecher School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the New Haven School District school district, located in New Haven, CT with about 495 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 33 teachers, Beecher School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Beecher School, located at 100 Jewel Street in New Haven, Connecticut, is a public elementary school serving students within the New Haven Public Schools (NHPS) district. The school is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its students. By focusing on fundamental skills and a well-rounded curriculum, Beecher School aims to prepare its young learners for success in middle school and beyond, while encouraging them to become active, engaged members of their local community.

As part of the broader New Haven Public Schools system, Beecher School benefits from district-wide initiatives designed to close achievement gaps and provide equitable educational opportunities. The school prioritizes family and community engagement, recognizing the importance of collaboration between educators, parents, and neighbors in creating a successful educational experience. For families looking for more detailed information regarding the school’s specific programs, academic calendar, or registration procedures, the district’s website at [http://www.nhps.net](http://www.nhps.net) serves as the primary resource for updates and school-specific details.

For more information, contact Beecher School at (475) 220-3800 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

100 Jewel Street
New Haven, CT 06511
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BEECHER SCHOOL is a public Title I school in New Haven, CT with about 495 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Connecticut

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Magnet school:
Yes
Total Students:
495
Teachers:
33.2
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade
7th Grade
8th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 495 students

Black or African American
55.4%
Hispanic/Latino
27.3%
White
14.3%
Two or more races
2.2%
Asian
0.6%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%

Female
48.7%
Male
51.3%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.