Serving 907 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Achievement First Hartford 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 19% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 907 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 80-84% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Achievement First Hartford Academy Inc. serves an attendance zone in Hartford, CT, covering approximately 3.9 square miles. The school is typically a 5-10 minute drive from most areas within the zone, with the furthest edge located about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Achievement First Hartford Academy's student population of 907 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 59 teachers has declined by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
907 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
59 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Achievement First Hartford Academy 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 Achievement First Hartford Academy is 0.39, 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
#711 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
20%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
76%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
1%
46%
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
80-84%
88.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.4%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
73%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2010–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Dragons
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Achievement First Hartford Academy's ranking?
Achievement First Hartford Academy is ranked #711 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Achievement First Hartford Academy often compared to?
Achievement First Hartford Academyis often viewed alongside schools like A. I. Prince Technical High School, Academy Of Aerospace And Engineering by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Achievement First Hartford Academy?
The graduation rate of Achievement First Hartford Academy is 80-84%, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 88.2%.
How many students attend Achievement First Hartford Academy?
907 students attend Achievement First Hartford Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Achievement First Hartford Academy students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Achievement First Hartford Academy?
Achievement First Hartford Academy has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Achievement First Hartford Academy offer ?
Achievement First Hartford Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Achievement First Hartford Academy part of?
Achievement First Hartford Academy is part of Achievement First Hartford Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Achievement First Hartford Academy located?
Achievement First Hartford Academy is located in the Upper Albany neighborhood of Hartford, CT. There are 2 other public schools located in Upper Albany.
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