Serving 398 students in grades 6-8, Capt. Nathan Hale School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 398 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Capt. Nathan Hale School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Capt. Nathan Hale School's student population of 398 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
398 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Capt. Nathan Hale School ranks within the top 20% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Capt. Nathan Hale School is 0.22, 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
#188 out of 940 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
7%
29%
Black
1%
13%
White
88%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Capt. Nathan Hale School's ranking?
Capt. Nathan Hale School is ranked #188 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Capt. Nathan Hale School often compared to?
Capt. Nathan Hale Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Timothy Edwards School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Capt. Nathan Hale School?
398 students attend Capt. Nathan Hale School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Capt. Nathan Hale School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Capt. Nathan Hale School?
Capt. Nathan Hale School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Capt. Nathan Hale School offer ?
Capt. Nathan Hale School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Capt. Nathan Hale School part of?
Capt. Nathan Hale School is part of Coventry School District.
In what neighborhood is Capt. Nathan Hale School located?
Capt. Nathan Hale School is located in the South Coventry neighborhood of Coventry, CT. There are 2 other public schools located in South Coventry.
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