Serving 280 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Alfred W. Hanmer School ranks in the top 30% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 280 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Alfred W. Hanmer School serves the eastern part of Wethersfield, CT, covering an area of approximately 2.9 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.3 miles away from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Alfred W. Hanmer School's student population of 280 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
280 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
EMPATHY. EQUITY. ACHIEVEMENT.
School Rankings
Alfred W. Hanmer School ranks within the top 30% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alfred W. Hanmer School is 0.46, 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
#263 out of 939 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
72%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alfred W. Hanmer School's ranking?
Alfred W. Hanmer School is ranked #263 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Alfred W. Hanmer School often compared to?
Alfred W. Hanmer Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charles Wright School, Discovery Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Alfred W. Hanmer School?
280 students attend Alfred W. Hanmer School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Alfred W. Hanmer School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alfred W. Hanmer School?
Alfred W. Hanmer School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Alfred W. Hanmer School offer ?
Alfred W. Hanmer School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Alfred W. Hanmer School part of?
Alfred W. Hanmer School is part of Wethersfield School District.
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