Highville Charter School for International Studies is a charter school situated on Leeder Hill Drive, Hamden, Connecticut, USA. It was founded by Lyndon Pitter and opened in Fall 1998. Highville educates pupils from pre-kindergarten to Grade 8 with around 300 on the roll.
Serving 499 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Highville Charter 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 9% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 17% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 499 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Highville Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Highville Charter School's student population of 499 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
499 students
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Year Founded
1998
Colors
Blue and White
School Motto
Together We Rise
School Rankings
Highville Charter School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Highville Charter School is 0.31, 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
#873 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
9%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
15%
32%
Black
82%
12%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥50%
89%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.7%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Highville Charter School's ranking?
Highville Charter School is ranked #873 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 17% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Highville Charter School?
The graduation rate of Highville Charter School is 50%, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Highville Charter School?
499 students attend Highville Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Highville Charter School students are Black, 15% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Highville Charter School?
Highville Charter School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Highville Charter School offer ?
Highville Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Highville Charter School part of?
Highville Charter School is part of Highville Charter School District.
In what neighborhood is Highville Charter School located?
Highville Charter School is located in the Prospect Hill Historic District neighborhood of New Haven, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in Prospect Hill Historic District.
School Calendar
View the Highville Charter School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
NEW PREK, ALL KG, 1ST, 6TH, AND 8TH GRADERS FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL
August 24, 2026 (Monday)
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