WEST HAVEN HIGH SCHOOL

West Haven High School is a public high school that is part of the West Haven School District school district, located in West Haven, CT with about 1,453 students offering grade levels from 8th Grade to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 112 teachers, West Haven High School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. 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.

West Haven High School, located at One McDonough Plaza in West Haven, Connecticut, serves as the primary secondary educational institution for the West Haven Public Schools district. The school is committed to fostering an inclusive learning environment that prepares students for post-secondary success, whether they are pursuing higher education, vocational training, or direct entry into the workforce. The campus is known for its diverse student body and a curriculum that emphasizes core academic standards, while also offering a variety of elective courses and extracurricular opportunities designed to support holistic student development.

Beyond its academic offerings, West Haven High School maintains an active presence in the community through a robust selection of athletic programs, performing arts, and student-led clubs. The school’s administration and faculty focus on cultivating a supportive school culture that encourages civic responsibility and technological literacy. For detailed information regarding current academic calendars, district policies, or specific department resources, families and community members are encouraged to visit their official website at [www.whschools.org](http://www.whschools.org).

For more information, contact West Haven High School at (203) 937-4360 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

One McDonough Plaza
West Haven, CT 06516-5299
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WEST HAVEN HIGH SCHOOL is a public school in West Haven, CT with about 1,453 enrolled students. See other public high schools in Connecticut

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
High School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
1,453
Teachers:
112.24
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the 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
8th Grade
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 1,453 students

Hispanic/Latino
35.6%
White
32.4%
Black or African American
24.2%
Asian
4.3%
Two or more races
3.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
49.8%
Male
50.2%

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.