Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School

School Overview
Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School (BRAMS), located in New Haven, Connecticut, is a specialized public middle school that integrates rigorous academic instruction with a comprehensive arts curriculum. Serving students in grades 5 through 8, the school is designed for those with a passion for the creative arts, offering intensive training in areas such as dance, theater, music, and visual arts. By blending traditional core subjects with artistic exploration, the school aims to foster critical thinking, discipline, and self-expression, preparing students for success in both high school and their future professional endeavors.

As part of the New Haven Public Schools district, BRAMS functions as a magnet institution, attracting a diverse student body from across the region who share a commitment to artistic excellence. Beyond the classroom, the school frequently hosts performances, gallery showcases, and community events that highlight the talents of its student body. Its focus on the "whole child" approach ensures that students receive a balanced education that values creativity as highly as academic achievement, providing a supportive environment where students are encouraged to cultivate their unique artistic voices.
327
Total Students
42.0
Full-Time Teachers
7.8
Student/Teacher Ratio
78.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School
Demographic Student Count
White48
Hispanic126
Black135
Asian1
Two or More16
  • Black
    135 (41.4 %)
  • Hispanic
    126 (38.7 %)
  • White
    48 (14.7 %)
  • Two or More
    16 (4.9 %)
  • Asian
    1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Middle 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)220-5300
Website: http://www.nhps.net
Grade Range: 5th - 8th
Total Students: 327
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 42.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 7.8
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 235
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 22
Grades Taught
Grade 5 63
Grade 6 64
Grade 7 96
Grade 8 104

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School
Grade Student Count
Grade 563
Grade 664
Grade 796
Grade 8104
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female21465.4%
Male11234.3%
Not Specified10.3%
Nearby Middle Schools (Within 10 Miles)