Serving 393 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Augusta Lewis Troup School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 2% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 12% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 393 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 2% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Augusta Lewis Troup School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Augusta Lewis Troup School's student population of 393 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
393 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Rankings
Augusta Lewis Troup School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Augusta Lewis Troup School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#924 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
2%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
34%
31%
Black
51%
12%
White
4%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
85%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Augusta Lewis Troup School's ranking?
Augusta Lewis Troup School is ranked #924 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Augusta Lewis Troup School often compared to?
Augusta Lewis Troup Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like King/robinson Magnet School, Mauro-sheridan Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
2% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 12% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Augusta Lewis Troup School?
393 students attend Augusta Lewis Troup School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Augusta Lewis Troup School students are Black, 34% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Augusta Lewis Troup School?
Augusta Lewis Troup School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Augusta Lewis Troup School offer ?
Augusta Lewis Troup School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Augusta Lewis Troup School part of?
Augusta Lewis Troup School is part of New Haven School District.
In what neighborhood is Augusta Lewis Troup School located?
Augusta Lewis Troup School is located in the Dwight neighborhood of New Haven, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in Dwight.
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