Wexler/Grant Community School

School Overview
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.
265
Total Students
22.1
Full-Time Teachers
12.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
67.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Wexler/Grant Community School
Demographic Student Count
White7
Hispanic66
Black176
Two or More16
  • Black
    176 (66.4 %)
  • Hispanic
    66 (24.9 %)
  • Two or More
    16 (6.0 %)
  • White
    7 (2.6 %)
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)220-5600
Website: http://www.nhps.net
Grade Range: K - 8th
Total Students: 265
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 22.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 12.0
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 176
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 2
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 22
Grade 1 18
Grade 2 15
Grade 3 35
Grade 4 35
Grade 5 39
Grade 6 24
Grade 7 40
Grade 8 37

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Wexler/Grant Community School
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten22
Grade 118
Grade 215
Grade 335
Grade 435
Grade 539
Grade 624
Grade 740
Grade 837
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Wexler/Grant Community School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female11443%
Male15157%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)