School Overview
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.
480
Total Students
31.7
Full-Time Teachers
15.1
Student/Teacher Ratio
76.7%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Beecher School
Demographic Student Count
White49
Hispanic152
Black248
Asian9
Two or More20
American Indian2
  • Black
    248 (51.7 %)
  • Hispanic
    152 (31.7 %)
  • White
    49 (10.2 %)
  • Two or More
    20 (4.2 %)
  • Asian
    9 (1.9 %)
  • American Indian
    2 (0.4 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: New Haven School District
Phone: (475)220-3800
Website: http://www.nhps.net
Grade Range: Pre-K - 8th
Total Students: 480
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 31.7
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 15.1
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 322
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 46
Grades Taught
Pre-Kindergarten 73
Kindergarten 48
Grade 1 42
Grade 2 45
Grade 3 39
Grade 4 47
Grade 5 48
Grade 6 45
Grade 7 43
Grade 8 50

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Beecher School
Grade Student Count
Pre-Kindergarten73
Kindergarten48
Grade 142
Grade 245
Grade 339
Grade 447
Grade 548
Grade 645
Grade 743
Grade 850
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Beecher School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female24651.2%
Male23448.8%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)