Serving 414 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Global Communications Academy 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 5% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15% (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 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 414 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Global Communications Academy serves the northeast part of Hartford, CT, covering an area of approximately 4.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 1.4 miles to the edge of the attendance zone and a maximum distance of 2.2 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Global Communications Academy's student population of 414 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
414 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Year Founded
2008
School Calendar
School Rankings
Global Communications Academy 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 Global Communications Academy is 0.54, 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
#908 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
5%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
57%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Black
37%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
White
2%
46%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 13-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 17-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)53.4%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
90%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 17-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue, Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Global Communications Academy's ranking?
Global Communications Academy is ranked #908 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Global Communications Academy often compared to?
Global Communications Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Breakthrough Magnet School North, Wish Museum School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 15% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Global Communications Academy?
414 students attend Global Communications Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Global Communications Academy students are Hispanic, 37% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Global Communications Academy?
Global Communications Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Global Communications Academy offer ?
Global Communications Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Global Communications Academy part of?
Global Communications Academy is part of Hartford School District.
In what neighborhood is Global Communications Academy located?
Global Communications Academy is located in the Clay Arsenal neighborhood of Hartford, CT. There are 2 other public schools located in Clay Arsenal.
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