Serving 411 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Betances Learning Lab Magnet School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Betances Learning Lab Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Betances Learning Lab Magnet School's student population of 411 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
411 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Rankings
Betances Learning Lab Magnet School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Betances Learning Lab Magnet School is 0.70, which is more 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
#499 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
32%
5%
Hispanic
40%
31%
Black
19%
12%
White
5%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Betances Learning Lab Magnet School's ranking?
Betances Learning Lab Magnet School is ranked #499 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Betances Learning Lab Magnet School?
411 students attend Betances Learning Lab Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
40% of Betances Learning Lab Magnet School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are Asian, 19% of students are Black, 5% of students are White, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Betances Learning Lab Magnet School?
Betances Learning Lab Magnet School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Betances Learning Lab Magnet School offer ?
Betances Learning Lab Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Betances Learning Lab Magnet School part of?
Betances Learning Lab Magnet School is part of Hartford School District.
In what neighborhood is Betances Learning Lab Magnet School located?
Betances Learning Lab Magnet School 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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