Serving 206 students in grades 5-8, Betances Stem Magnet School 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 29% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 206 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: STEM Magnet School at Dwight serves the southeast part of Hartford, CT, covering an area of approximately 4.9 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone about 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Betances Stem Magnet School's student population of 206 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has declined by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
206 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
We are not afraid to be smart.
School Rankings
Betances Stem Magnet School 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 Betances Stem Magnet School is 0.60, 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
#760 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
60%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
18%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
8%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-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 Betances Stem Magnet School's ranking?
Betances Stem Magnet School is ranked #760 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Betances Stem Magnet School often compared to?
Betances Stem Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Academy Of Aerospace And Engineering, Breakthrough Magnet School South 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 29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Betances Stem Magnet School?
206 students attend Betances Stem Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Betances Stem Magnet School students are Hispanic, 18% of students are Black, 8% of students are Asian, 8% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Betances Stem Magnet School?
Betances Stem Magnet School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Betances Stem Magnet School offer ?
Betances Stem Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Betances Stem Magnet School part of?
Betances Stem Magnet School is part of Hartford School District.
In what neighborhood is Betances Stem Magnet School located?
Betances Stem Magnet School is located in the Barry Square neighborhood of Hartford, CT. There are 4 other public schools located in Barry Square.
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