JAMES HILLHOUSE HIGH SCHOOL

James Hillhouse High School is a public high school that is part of the New Haven School District school district, located in New Haven, CT with about 927 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 93 teachers, James Hillhouse High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 9:1. 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.

James Hillhouse High School, located on Sherman Parkway in New Haven, Connecticut, is a historic public secondary school serving the New Haven Public Schools district. Known for its deep-rooted legacy, the school has long been a focal point of the local community, emphasizing a balance between rigorous academic preparation and holistic student development. As a comprehensive high school, it offers a diverse curriculum designed to prepare students for post-secondary education and career readiness, while also providing a variety of extracurricular activities and athletic programs that foster school spirit and student engagement.

The school operates under the mission of the New Haven Public Schools, aiming to provide equitable educational opportunities that meet the needs of a diverse student population. Beyond the classroom, Hillhouse is particularly well-regarded for its historic athletic traditions and active alumni network, which play a significant role in the school's culture. By prioritizing community involvement and student support services, James Hillhouse High School strives to create an environment where students can achieve academic success while building the social and emotional skills necessary to thrive in their future endeavors.

For more information, contact James Hillhouse High School at (475) 220-7500 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

480 Sherman Parkway
New Haven, CT 06511
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JAMES HILLHOUSE HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in New Haven, CT with about 927 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Connecticut

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
927
Teachers:
93
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
9th Grade
10th Grade
11th Grade
12th 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 927 students

Black or African American
60.9%
Hispanic/Latino
32.3%
White
5.6%
Asian
0.9%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.2%
Two or more races
0.1%

Female
45.1%
Male
54.9%

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.