Serving 342 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Expeditionary Learning Academy At Moylan 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to 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).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 342 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Expeditionary Learning Academy At Moylan School's student population of 342 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
342 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
Expeditionary Learning Academy At Moylan 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 Expeditionary Learning Academy At Moylan School is 0.36, 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
#847 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
79%
32%
Black
11%
12%
White
4%
46%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)32.2%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
76%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Expeditionary Learning Academy At Moylan School's ranking?
Expeditionary Learning Academy At Moylan School is ranked #847 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?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Expeditionary Learning Academy At Moylan School?
342 students attend Expeditionary Learning Academy At Moylan School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Expeditionary Learning Academy At Moylan School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 4% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Expeditionary Learning Academy At Moylan School?
Expeditionary Learning Academy At Moylan School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Expeditionary Learning Academy At Moylan School offer ?
Expeditionary Learning Academy At Moylan School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Expeditionary Learning Academy At Moylan School part of?
Expeditionary Learning Academy At Moylan School is part of Hartford School District.
In what neighborhood is Expeditionary Learning Academy At Moylan School located?
Expeditionary Learning Academy At Moylan 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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