Serving 438 students in grades 6-12, Classical 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 10% (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 96% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Classical Magnet School serves the northwest part of Hartford, CT, covering an area of approximately 3.9 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being 2.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Classical Magnet School's student population of 438 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
438 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Classical 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 Classical Magnet School is 0.59, 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
#819 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2011–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
29%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
51%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
39%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
White
4%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-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 22-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥90%
88.2%
Showing 2014–2023. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.2%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 20-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Classical Magnet School's ranking?
Classical Magnet School is ranked #819 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Classical Magnet School often compared to?
Classical Magnet Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Capital Preparatory Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10% 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).
What is the graduation rate of Classical Magnet School?
The graduation rate of Classical Magnet School is 90%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 88.2%.
How many students attend Classical Magnet School?
438 students attend Classical Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of Classical Magnet School students are Hispanic, 39% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Classical Magnet School?
Classical Magnet School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Classical Magnet School offer ?
Classical Magnet School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Classical Magnet School part of?
Classical Magnet School is part of Hartford School District.
In what neighborhood is Classical Magnet School located?
Classical Magnet School is located in the Asylum Hill neighborhood of Hartford, CT. There are 4 other public schools located in Asylum Hill.
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