Serving 547 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Environmental Sciences Magnet At Hooker 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 21% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 91% 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: 547 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 91%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 21% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Environmental Sciences Magnet School at Mary M Hooker serves the southwest part of Hartford, CT, covering approximately 4.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with an average distance of 1.3 miles to the zone edge and a maximum distance of 2.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Environmental Sciences Magnet At Hooker School's student population of 547 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
547 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Environmental Sciences Magnet At Hooker 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 Environmental Sciences Magnet At Hooker School is 0.52, 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
#733 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
21%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
67%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
14%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
9%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.4%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
69%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2007–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Environmental Sciences Magnet At Hooker School's ranking?
Environmental Sciences Magnet At Hooker School is ranked #733 out of 939 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?
21% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Environmental Sciences Magnet At Hooker School?
547 students attend Environmental Sciences Magnet At Hooker School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Environmental Sciences Magnet At Hooker School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 9% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Environmental Sciences Magnet At Hooker School?
Environmental Sciences Magnet At Hooker School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Environmental Sciences Magnet At Hooker School offer ?
Environmental Sciences Magnet At Hooker School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Environmental Sciences Magnet At Hooker School part of?
Environmental Sciences Magnet At Hooker School is part of Hartford School District.
In what neighborhood is Environmental Sciences Magnet At Hooker School located?
Environmental Sciences Magnet At Hooker School is located in the Behind the Rocks neighborhood of Hartford, CT. There are 4 other public schools located in Behind the Rocks.
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