Serving 326 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Breakthrough Magnet School South 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (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 93% 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: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 93%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Breakthrough Magnet School serves the southwest part of Hartford, CT, encompassing an area of approximately 4.3 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge located around 2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Breakthrough Magnet School South's student population of 326 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
326 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
2025
School Calendar
School Rankings
Breakthrough Magnet School South 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 Breakthrough Magnet School South is 0.55, 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
#720 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
64%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
White
7%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 23-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.9%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-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 Breakthrough Magnet School South's ranking?
Breakthrough Magnet School South is ranked #720 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Breakthrough Magnet School South often compared to?
Breakthrough Magnet School Southis often viewed alongside schools like Breakthrough Magnet School North by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Breakthrough Magnet School South?
326 students attend Breakthrough Magnet School South.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Breakthrough Magnet School South students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 7% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Breakthrough Magnet School South?
Breakthrough Magnet School South has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Breakthrough Magnet School South offer ?
Breakthrough Magnet School South offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Breakthrough Magnet School South part of?
Breakthrough Magnet School South is part of Hartford School District.
In what neighborhood is Breakthrough Magnet School South located?
Breakthrough Magnet School South is located in the Behind the Rocks neighborhood of Hartford, CT. There are 4 other public schools located in Behind the Rocks.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Love the school, the program, the teachers. I like it has a low ratio student teacher. They are also flexible to challenge those kids who are excelling and also to support those who are falling behind. As a parent having one of each I am very pleased with the outcome.
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