Serving 346 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Montessori Magnet At Batchelder 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 27:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 27:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Montessori Magnet At Batchelder School's student population of 346 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 13 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
346 students
Total Classroom Teachers
13 teachers
School Rankings
Montessori Magnet At Batchelder 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 Montessori Magnet At Batchelder School is 0.53, 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
#827 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
27:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
66%
32%
Black
12%
12%
White
13%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)20.8%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montessori Magnet At Batchelder School's ranking?
Montessori Magnet At Batchelder School is ranked #827 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Montessori Magnet At Batchelder School often compared to?
Montessori Magnet At Batchelder Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montessori Magnet School, Montessori Magnet At Fisher School, Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy by visitors of our site.
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 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Montessori Magnet At Batchelder School?
346 students attend Montessori Magnet At Batchelder School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Montessori Magnet At Batchelder School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 12% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Montessori Magnet At Batchelder School?
Montessori Magnet At Batchelder School has a student ration of 27:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Montessori Magnet At Batchelder School offer ?
Montessori Magnet At Batchelder School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Montessori Magnet At Batchelder School part of?
Montessori Magnet At Batchelder School is part of Hartford School District.
In what neighborhood is Montessori Magnet At Batchelder School located?
Montessori Magnet At Batchelder School is located in the South West neighborhood of Hartford, CT. There are 4 other public schools located in South West.
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