Cooperative High School - Inter-District Magnet

Cooperative Arts and Humanities High School (often referred to as "Co-op") is a premier inter-district magnet school located in the heart of downtown New Haven, Connecticut. As part of the New Haven Public Schools district, it serves a diverse student body from both the city and surrounding suburban towns. The school is renowned for its rigorous academic curriculum combined with a specialized focus on the arts, offering intensive training in disciplines such as dance, theater, music, visual arts, and creative writing.

The school’s environment is designed to foster both artistic excellence and intellectual growth, utilizing its prime location near cultural institutions to provide students with unique real-world learning experiences. By bridging the gap between traditional secondary education and pre-professional arts training, Cooperative High School prepares its graduates for success in competitive university programs and professional careers in the arts. Its inter-district model promotes socioeconomic and cultural diversity, creating a collaborative community where students are encouraged to express their individuality and engage deeply with their creative passions.