Serving 351 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Parkville Community 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 16% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (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 89% 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: 351 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Parkville Community School's student population of 351 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
351 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Parkville Community 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 Parkville Community School is 0.48, 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
#860 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
70%
32%
Black
15%
12%
White
11%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)34.2%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Parkville Community School's ranking?
Parkville Community School is ranked #860 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 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Parkville Community School?
351 students attend Parkville Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Parkville Community School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 11% of students are White, 2% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Parkville Community School?
Parkville Community School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Parkville Community School offer ?
Parkville Community School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Parkville Community School part of?
Parkville Community School is part of Hartford School District.
In what neighborhood is Parkville Community School located?
Parkville Community School is located in the Parkville neighborhood of Hartford, CT.
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