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James Hillhouse High School
- grade C minusOverall Grade
- Public
- 9-12
- New Haven, CT
- Rating 3.37 out of 5 165 reviews
James Hillhouse High School Reviews
Rating 3.37 out of 5 165 reviews
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My experience at James Hillhouse was very interesting, but challenging. I wouldn't recommend anyone to attend that is looking for a small setting. But one thing I can say is that the academics are very very well.
Hillhouse is an amazing school as long as you stay focused and remember to have fun.
Its just awesome especially if you love to do after school activities and like to join clubs.
Its just awesome especially if you love to do after school activities and like to join clubs.
The school is nice, easy to make friends, teachers may be helpful. There are lots of activities for students to participate in.
It’s is a great school. Some of the teachers are nice. They have many great college opportunity. When I first moved to Hill House, I was a junior and I didn’t have many credit but once I start doing all my work, I got better college credit. The student are not the nicest but Hill house is definitely worth it. At my old school many student didn’t graduate, but Hill House makes sure you get all of your homework/assignment done on time. Hill House also has many different clubs and sports.
Sadly due to COVID-19 We had to go remotely.
Sadly due to COVID-19 We had to go remotely.
Through all of the drama and fights the school has they always reward and help those who go to school for an education
The teachers, offices workers, etc. from James Hillhouse High School were excellent with their student. They took good care of the bilingual group. They give all the help they got in their power to help the group to understand what they need to do. I also liked that they make you feel like your at home. Teachers used to be extricated, but at the same time they always got the change to act like your friend.
After six years at my charter school. My mom decided that leaving and going to Hillhouse was the best fit for myself. This was the first time I've ever been to a public school, so I didn't know what to expect. Going to Hillhouse I got what I needed which was an education it wasn't what I was use to, but I had to realize that it's a public school and their educational system isn't great. What I did enjoy about Hillhouse were the different programs that they provide after school. While I attend I participated in the EMR (Emergency Medical Responder), and EMT ( Emergency Medical Technician) programs. From doing that I became a state certified emergency medical responder which was a huge accomplishment for me because it showed that I can work in the medical field to pursue my dream career as a doctor. All in all Hillhouse is a school were you have to have tunnel vision because you can get sucked up into the distractions that come with the high school.
I just love this school. #HouseFam!!!
The teacher are so amazing. They will do everything to help you.
The teacher are so amazing. They will do everything to help you.
The lack of administration needs to change and they need to focus more on the students. The lack of administration needs to change and they need to focus more on the students. The lack of administration needs to change and they need to focus more on the students. The lack of administration needs to change and they need to focus more on the students.
To be honest, there is a reputation. Everyone's who's heard of Hillhouse hears all bad things like the bad students and the fighting...but people fail to mention that we are actually one big (slightly dysfunctional) family. Personally, I transferred to Hillhouse mid year and I can say that I've never felt so welcome. Yeah, the first few days were hard but that's everyone's first few days at a new school. One thing that really stood out to me is how amazing and caring the teachers and the administrators are. I've never been to a school where teachers show interest in their students lives and make them feel important.
Being at james hillhouse has been a good experience for me. I was able to have really good teachers to guide me to being the person I am today. The teachers and administrators have been pushing me to go to greater heights ever since my freshmen year. Although the school didnt have and still doesn't have enough resources to provide for its students. However the administrators and staff come together and make wonders happen and it's only getting better.
I wouldn’t change anything about my school. Hillhouse is big on academics they make sure the seniors are college ready while preparing their juniors also. What I love the most is my school is very diverse you would fit in you’ll never feel alone. I would recommend Hillhouse to any student !
One major problem in the school is there is a culture between all of the AP classes where the teachers do not expect most students to pass the AP exams. This means that teachers don't teach the subjects to the extent they should in order to prepare students for the exams as they've already accepted that most students won't pass. Hillhouse also cuts a lot of AP courses! There is a very small selection of AP classes to take, which really hurts student's college choices. Just this year, 3 weeks into the year, they cut every AP science course in the school! After talking to district representatives and city officials, my family was able to save one of the four AP science classes. One last problem with the school is the lack of extracurriculars. The only two clubs that are advertised in the school are the math team and the Esports club. This gives academically driven students only one club option that bolsters their college applications. The only bonus is the school’s proximity to Yale.
Hillhouse is a great school, if you apply yourself, work hard, and are just a great student overall you have a lot of opportunities . if your one of those students who skip class and don't do work you loose those opportunities.
The things that I've liked about Hillhouse was my band teacher and program and the nursing staff. Things that I would like to see changed at Hillhouse are better preparation for students to get ready for college. classes that are focused on a desired major.
I'm proud to rep HH, just graduated C/O 2018 my guidance counselor Olafemi Hunter was the absolute best before I met him I was following a fake dream to please my family he made me follow my passion and pushed me to want to go to college an HBCU at that! As far as the food I give it a 2 star I haven't been in the cafe for any meal for my entire senior year. Teachers hmm majority that I had were highly dedicated and informative, they have a slight lack of resources but make it work. We have a lot of technology to use in school, chromebook laptops, iPads, Apple computers, and Miscosoft desktops in the library so there's more than enough options for you to choose from. The clubs were nice I was on the math team and Pathways To College. So many opportunities here as well, I did an paid internship at Yale New Haven Hospital for three terms, took an Arabic class at Yale University,and got my first aid/CPR/AED certification they offer so much just look for it.
My experience at Hillhouse was one of a kind. The sports teams are very good here, but the academics are way behind that of the other school districts. The teachers try their best to reach out, and really help students and they are not to blame. The poor education in this school is due to the city's budgeting. Besides that the staff does a pretty good job on promoting college awareness.