Benjamin Jepson Magnet School vs Fair Haven School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 1.2 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Benjamin Jepson Magnet School
New Haven · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
483 students
Fair Haven School
New Haven · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
734 students
| Measure | Benjamin Jepson Magnet School New Haven, Connecticut | Fair Haven School New Haven, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 29 Lower 50% | 20 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #518 of 596 | #561 of 596 |
| National rank | #39246 of 50,301 | #45089 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–8 |
| Students | 483 | 734 |
| Enrollment | 483 | 734 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 77.2% | 76% |
| Students per teacher | 15.6 | 13.8 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 20% |
| Math proficiency | 26% | 8% |
| city | New Haven | New Haven |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Benjamin Jepson Magnet School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (28.9 vs 19.6).
- •Benjamin Jepson Magnet School does better on math proficiency (26% vs 8%).
- •Benjamin Jepson Magnet School does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 20%).
- •Fair Haven School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (76% vs 77.2%).
- •Fair Haven School does better on students per teacher (13.8 vs 15.6).
- •Fair Haven School is the larger school with 734 students compared with 483.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Benjamin Jepson Magnet School better than Fair Haven School?
On the Success Index (US), Benjamin Jepson Magnet School ranks higher (28.9 vs 19.6 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Benjamin Jepson Magnet School and Fair Haven School?
About 1.2 km in a straight line, between New Haven and New Haven in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Benjamin Jepson Magnet School: 483. Fair Haven School: 734. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Benjamin Jepson Magnet School and Fair Haven School rank in Connecticut?
Benjamin Jepson Magnet School is 518th of 596 and Fair Haven School is 561st of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).