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Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School

150 KIMBERLY AVE, NEW HAVEN, CT 06519

About Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School

Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School is a public interdistrict magnet school in New Haven, Connecticut, for students in grades 5–8. The school has about 330 students and a low student-to-teacher ratio of about 9–10:1, which allows for more personalized instruction. Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School is known for its strong arts-integrated model. It offers daily classes in dance, theater, visual arts, and music, mixing creative subjects with regular school subjects. The student body is very diverse, with almost 89% of students being minorities and a large number of students being eligible for free or reduced-price lunch. Based on state performance data, about 13% of students are good at math and about 31% are good at English/Language Arts. This shows that they are still having trouble in school. The school spends about $24,000 per student, which is more than the average for many schools in the area. Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School is a unique place to learn because it has strong arts programs, a diverse student body, and small class sizes that help students succeed. The school is also working to improve its core academic outcomes.

Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School Contact Information

Address

150 KIMBERLY AVE, NEW HAVEN, CT 06519

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Phone

(475) 220-5300

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Academic Performance

Subject Proficiency

Mathematics 15%
Reading 31%
State average proficiency is 15% in Math and 31% in Reading.
35
Full-time Teachers
10 : 1
Student-Teacher Ratio
5
Teachers In First Or Second Year (yrs)
348
Total Students
$80718
Avg. Teacher Salary
TOP 121 IN STEM IN STATE

Robotics & STEM
at Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School

2.5X
More likely to pursue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
2.5X
More likely to persue STEM Careers
80%
Jobs that will require STEM in 2030
  • 🤖 Coding & Debugging
  • 🧪 Hobby Electronics and Engineering
  • 👩‍💻 Apply Math in Science and Engineering
  • 🛠️ 3D Printing
🚀
Hands-on with real robots
🏆
Led by competition winners
🎓
STEM career pathways

Recent News & Updates

New Playground Name

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School Timings

Regular School Hours

All Grades: 9:15 AM to 3:30 PM

Early Dismissal Days

Dismissal Time: 12:15 PM

Note: Doors open at 9:00 AM for student arrival. Please refer to the school calendar for specific early dismissal dates.

After School Activities

Information coming soon

School Session Dates

September to June

School session starts in September 1st week and ends in June 3rd week. For exact dates, please contact the school.

Student Demographics

White 14.7%
Asian 1%
Hispanic 38.5%
Black 41.3%
Two+ Races 4.9%
Native Am. 0%
White
14.7%
Asian
1%
Hispanic
38.5%
Black
41.3%
Two+ Races
4.9%
Native Am.
0%

Gender Distribution

Total Students: 348
65.4%
228 Female
34.3%
119 Male

Student Population

348 Students

With a student-teacher ratio of 10 : 1

Minority Enrollment

25%

Percentage of minority students

Students per Counselor

406 : 1

Student to counselor ratio

Remarkable Alumni

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Latest News

Betsy Ross Arts Magnet School is transitioning into Betsy Ross Arts & Design Academy, with its first 9th-grade class scheduled for fall 2025. The New Haven Board of Education allocated $243,000 for curriculum development and staff training, even as a proposed classroom position is slated to be cut under district restructuring.

FAQ

Q1. Do you have to audition to get into the school?

Ans. No, students get into the magnet school through a lottery, not by auditioning.

Q2. What kinds of transportation are available?

A. Students from New Haven and participating towns who meet the requirements can ride the district bus.

Q3. Are there programs after school?

Ans. Yes, you can choose from arts clubs, music groups, drama activities, and help with schoolwork.

Q4. How do you help kids with special needs?

Ans. The school provides IEP services, specialized instruction, and other therapies that are related.

Q5: Can families come to school events?

Ans. Yes, families are encouraged to go to school events, performances, and showcases.

Games & Extracurricular Activities

Sports

  • Soccer Club Grades 1-3 | Mon/Wed 3:30-4:30pm
  • Basketball Grades 2-4 | Tue/Thu 3:30-4:45pm
  • Track & Field Grades 3-5 | Fri 3:30-5:00pm

Arts

  • Art Club Grades K-2 | Mon 3:00-4:00pm
  • Drama Club Grades 3-5 | Wed 3:30-5:00pm
  • Choir Grades 2-5 | Thu 3:15-4:15pm

Clubs

  • Chess Club Grades 2-5 | Fri 3:15-4:15pm
  • Garden Club All Grades | Tue 3:15-4:00pm
  • Robotics Club Grades 3-5 | Thu 3:30-5:00pm

Note: Schedules may change during school holidays. Please contact School for exact Schedule.

Summer Suggested Reading

Horn Book Selections

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Maggie Lou, Firefox

by Arnolda Dufour Bowes

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The Puppets of Spelhorst

by Kate DiCamillo

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The Mona Lisa Vanishes

by Nicholas Day

Vocabulary.com Top Picks

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Frindle

by Andrew Clements

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The Wild Robot

by Peter Brown

JGP

James and the Giant Peach

by Roald Dahl

Penguin Random House Features

Horn Book +2 Penguin Random House +2 The Guardian +2
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The Secret Language of Birds

by Lynne Kelly

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The Swifts: A Dictionary of Scoundrels

by Beth Lincoln

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