WEXLER/GRANT COMMUNITY SCHOOL

Wexler/Grant Community 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 425 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 27 teachers, Wexler/Grant Community 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.

Wexler/Grant Community School, located at 55 Foote Street in New Haven, Connecticut, is a PreK-8 educational institution that operates as part of the New Haven Public Schools district. As a "community school," the facility is designed to serve as a hub for the neighborhood, integrating academics with wraparound support services to foster both student achievement and family engagement. The school’s curriculum is structured to support students from their earliest developmental years through the middle school grades, emphasizing a comprehensive approach to education that addresses the diverse needs of its urban student population.

Beyond its core classroom instruction, Wexler/Grant is characterized by its commitment to fostering strong partnerships between educators, families, and local community organizations. By leveraging the resources of the surrounding New Haven community, the school aims to create a nurturing environment that goes beyond standard academics, focusing on social-emotional growth and community well-being. For parents and community members, the school serves as a central resource for educational opportunities and local support programs within the Dixwell neighborhood.

For more information, contact Wexler/Grant Community School at (475) 220-5600 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.