Serving 372 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Naylor/ccsu Leadership 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% 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: 372 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The Dr. James H Naylor/CCSU Leadership Academy serves the southeast part of Hartford, CT, covering an area of approximately 4.9 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Naylor/ccsu Leadership Academy's student population of 372 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
372 students
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Naylor/ccsu Leadership 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 Naylor/ccsu Leadership Academy is 0.47, 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
#801 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
71%
32%
Black
12%
12%
White
8%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.8%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Naylor/ccsu Leadership Academy's ranking?
Naylor/ccsu Leadership Academy is ranked #801 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 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Naylor/ccsu Leadership Academy?
372 students attend Naylor/ccsu Leadership Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Naylor/ccsu Leadership Academy students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 8% of students are White, 7% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Naylor/ccsu Leadership Academy?
Naylor/ccsu Leadership Academy has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Naylor/ccsu Leadership Academy offer ?
Naylor/ccsu Leadership Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Naylor/ccsu Leadership Academy part of?
Naylor/ccsu Leadership Academy is part of Hartford School District.
In what neighborhood is Naylor/ccsu Leadership Academy located?
Naylor/ccsu Leadership Academy is located in the South End neighborhood of Hartford, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in South End.
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