What types of schools are available in Hamden, Connecticut?

Hamden, Connecticut offers a variety of public schools including regular public schools and charter schools across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

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Best Schools in Hamden, Connecticut

Q: How many schools are in Hamden, Connecticut?

There are 12 schools in Hamden, Connecticut, serving 5,630 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

Q: What is the best elementary school in Hamden?

To find the highest-rated elementary schools in Hamden, Connecticut, use our school listings above sorted by rating. Filter by "Elementary" level to compare test scores, student-teacher ratios, and parent reviews for each school.

Compare 12 elementary, middle, and high schools. View ratings, test scores, reviews, and more.

Total Schools

Public & Charter Schools

5,630

Total Students

Across Hamden

11.2:1

Avg Student-Teacher Ratio

District average

12 schools found

Advanced Insights & Statistics

Dynamic metrics computed specifically for currently filtered schools

Academic Proficiency Averages

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🎯 Proficiency averages represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding state proficiency standard benchmarks.

Classroom Attention Ratio

Favorable Class Size (<15:1)12 Schools

Moderate Class Size (15-20:1)0 Schools

Larger Class Size (>20:1)0 Schools

💡 Lower classroom ratios are associated with greater individual student support, tutoring efficiency, and learning success.

Filtered Quality Highlights

✓0% of schools in this view have an Overall Rating of 8.0/10 or above.
✓Largest student enrollment is 1,609 students at Hamden High School.
✓Best student-teacher ratio is 1:1, offering optimal classroom attention.

🏆 Quality highlights let you quickly understand extremes within your current search criteria.

Bear Path School

publicmiddleK-6

10 Kirk Rd., Hamden, CT 06514

Eli Whitney Technical High School

publichighGrade 9-12

100 Fairview Ave, Hamden, CT 06514

261 Skiff Street, Hamden, CT 06517

315 Lane St., Hamden, CT 06514

285 Helen St., Hamden, CT 06514

2040 Dixwell Ave., Hamden, CT 06514

95 Church St., Hamden, CT 06514

350 West Todd St., Hamden, CT 06518

120 Carew Rd., Hamden, CT 06517

1908 Whitney Ave., Hamden, CT 06517

1 Skiff St. Ext., Hamden, CT 06514

publicmiddleGrade 7-8

2623 Dixwell Ave., Hamden, CT 06518

Detailed Overview of Schools in Hamden

Hamden, Connecticut is home to 12 schools serving over 5,630 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels. The district offers a mix of public, charter, and private institutions with strong academic programs and diverse extracurricular activities.

Data sourced from NCES, CCD, and state education agencies. See methodology →

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Verified with NCES & state education agency data

Frequently Asked Questions

How many schools are in Hamden, Connecticut?

There are 12 schools in Hamden, serving 5,630 students across elementary, middle, and high school levels.

What is the best elementary school in Hamden?

Based on our ratings, the top-rated elementary schools in Hamden include schools with ratings of 9.0 or higher. Use our filters to view all elementary schools sorted by rating.

What is the average student-teacher ratio in Hamden?

The average student-teacher ratio across all schools in Hamden is 11.2:1.

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