Serving 579 students in grades 6-12, Sport And Medical Sciences Academy 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 15% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 27% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 579 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Graduation Rate: 90-94% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 27% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sport And Medical Sciences Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Sport And Medical Sciences Academy's student population of 579 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
579 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Sport And Medical Sciences Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sport And Medical Sciences Academy is 0.65, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#771 out of 940 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
27%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
53%
29%
Black
22%
13%
White
17%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
90-94%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sport And Medical Sciences Academy's ranking?
Sport And Medical Sciences Academy is ranked #771 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Sport And Medical Sciences Academy often compared to?
Sport And Medical Sciences Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 27% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Sport And Medical Sciences Academy?
The graduation rate of Sport And Medical Sciences Academy is 90-94%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 90%.
How many students attend Sport And Medical Sciences Academy?
579 students attend Sport And Medical Sciences Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Sport And Medical Sciences Academy students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 17% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sport And Medical Sciences Academy?
Sport And Medical Sciences Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sport And Medical Sciences Academy offer ?
Sport And Medical Sciences Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Sport And Medical Sciences Academy part of?
Sport And Medical Sciences Academy is part of Hartford School District.
In what neighborhood is Sport And Medical Sciences Academy located?
Sport And Medical Sciences Academy is located in the Sheldon Charter Oak neighborhood of Hartford, CT. There are 4 other public schools located in Sheldon Charter Oak.
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