ELM CITY COLLEGE PREPARATORY SCHOOL

Elm City College Preparatory School is a Title I public charter school that is part of the Elm City College Preparatory School District school district, located in New Haven, CT with about 752 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 12th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 52 teachers, Elm City College Preparatory School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

Elm City College Preparatory School, located at 407 James Street in New Haven, Connecticut, is a high-performing public charter school managed by the Achievement First network. Serving students in grades K–8, the school is dedicated to closing the achievement gap by providing a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum. Its educational model emphasizes small class sizes, extended school days, and a strong focus on literacy and mathematics to ensure that all students—regardless of their background—are equipped with the academic foundation necessary to succeed in competitive high schools and universities.

Beyond its academic focus, Elm City College Prep is known for fostering a structured and supportive school culture. The institution places a heavy emphasis on character development, citizenship, and core values, aiming to create a community where students feel safe, challenged, and inspired. By maintaining high expectations for both behavior and achievement, the school seeks to prepare its students not only for intellectual success but also for leadership roles within their future professional and civic lives. As part of the broader Achievement First network, the school operates with a mission to deliver high-quality public education options to families in historically underserved areas.

For more information, contact Elm City College Preparatory School at (203) 772-7010 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.