Serving 326 students in grades 6-8, Greater Hartford Of The Arts Magnet Middle 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 11% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 326 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Math Proficiency: 11%
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Greater Hartford Of The Arts Magnet Middle School's student population of 326 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
326 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Greater Hartford Of The Arts Magnet Middle School is 0.66, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(21-22)11%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
48%
31%
Black
29%
12%
White
16%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Greater Hartford Of The Arts Magnet Middle School often compared to?
Greater Hartford Of The Arts Magnet Middle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gideon Welles School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
11% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Greater Hartford Of The Arts Magnet Middle School?
326 students attend Greater Hartford Of The Arts Magnet Middle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Greater Hartford Of The Arts Magnet Middle School students are Hispanic, 29% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Greater Hartford Of The Arts Magnet Middle School?
Greater Hartford Of The Arts Magnet Middle School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Greater Hartford Of The Arts Magnet Middle School offer ?
Greater Hartford Of The Arts Magnet Middle School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Greater Hartford Of The Arts Magnet Middle School part of?
Greater Hartford Of The Arts Magnet Middle School is part of Capitol Region Education Council School District.
In what neighborhood is Greater Hartford Of The Arts Magnet Middle School located?
Greater Hartford Of The Arts Magnet Middle School is located in the Sheldon Charter Oak neighborhood of Hartford, CT. There are 4 other public schools located in Sheldon Charter Oak.
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