Serving 571 students in grades Prekindergarten-12, Jumoke 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 16% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 23% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 571 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Graduation Rate: ≥50% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jumoke Academy's student population of 571 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
571 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Showing 2014–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Jumoke 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 Jumoke Academy is 0.15, 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
#813 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Showing 2014–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Black
92%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Graduation Rate
≥50%
88.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
97%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (21-22)
2%
6%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 24-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 Jumoke Academy's ranking?
Jumoke Academy is ranked #813 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?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 23% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Jumoke Academy?
The graduation rate of Jumoke Academy is 50%, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 88.2%.
How many students attend Jumoke Academy?
571 students attend Jumoke Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Jumoke Academy students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jumoke Academy?
Jumoke Academy has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Jumoke Academy offer ?
Jumoke Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jumoke Academy part of?
Jumoke Academy is part of Jumoke Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Jumoke Academy located?
Jumoke Academy is located in the Asylum Hill neighborhood of Hartford, CT. There are 4 other public schools located in Asylum Hill.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
Honestly, coming to this school was a good decision for me.
5 10/10/2025
This school has been the biggest blessing to our lives. I was shopping around for a pre-k and couldn't believe the prices I was getting. Jumoke is cheap ($500 for the whole year), and they also feed my son breakfast and lunch. The teachers are really good too.
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