BENJAMIN JEPSON MAGNET SCHOOL

Benjamin Jepson Magnet 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 507 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 8th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. 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 38 teachers, Benjamin Jepson Magnet School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Benjamin Jepson Magnet School, located at 15 Lexington Avenue in New Haven, Connecticut, is a public magnet school serving students within the New Haven Public Schools district. As a magnet school, it is designed to attract a diverse student body from across the community by offering specialized programming, often focusing on unique themes or enriched curriculum models that distinguish it from standard neighborhood schools.

The school operates under the umbrella of the New Haven Public Schools system, which emphasizes academic excellence, equitable access to resources, and holistic student development. Families interested in enrollment, specific academic focus areas, or upcoming school events can find detailed information through the official district website at [www.nhps.net](http://www.nhps.net). As a part of the district’s broader mission, Benjamin Jepson aims to provide a structured and supportive learning environment that prepares its students for success in higher education and their future careers.

For more information, contact Benjamin Jepson Magnet School at (475) 220-2900 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.