WILBUR CROSS HIGH SCHOOL

Wilbur Cross 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 1,458 students offering grade levels from 9th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 130 teachers, Wilbur Cross High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Wilbur Cross High School, located at 181 Mitchell Drive in New Haven, Connecticut, is the largest public high school in the New Haven Public Schools district. Serving a diverse student population, the school offers a comprehensive academic curriculum alongside a wide array of extracurricular activities, including robust athletic programs, performing arts, and various student-led clubs. As a cornerstone of the community, Wilbur Cross is known for its energetic school spirit and its commitment to providing students with diverse pathways to college and career readiness.

Beyond its core academic offerings, the school provides several specialized programs and Advanced Placement (AP) courses designed to challenge high-achieving students and prepare them for higher education. The school's facility, situated near the East Rock neighborhood, serves as a hub for both educational and community engagement. By fostering an inclusive environment, Wilbur Cross emphasizes personal growth, academic achievement, and civic responsibility, aiming to equip its students with the skills necessary to succeed in a global society.

For more information, contact Wilbur Cross High School at (475) 220-7400 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

181 Mitchell Dr.
New Haven, CT 06511
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WILBUR CROSS HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in New Haven, CT with about 1,458 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Connecticut

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,458
Teachers:
130
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 1,458 students

Hispanic/Latino
57.1%
Black or African American
28.6%
White
11.9%
Asian
2.1%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.1%
Two or more races
0.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.1%

Female
47.5%
Male
52.5%

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.