Serving 721 students in grades 9-12, Weaver High 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 ≤5% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 99% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 721 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 21:1
- Minority Enrollment: 99%
- Graduation Rate: 60-64% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Weaver High School's student population of 721 students has grown by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
721 students
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
School Rankings
Weaver High 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 Weaver High School is 0.54, 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
#924 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
12:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
46%
32%
Black
50%
12%
White
1%
46%
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
60-64%
88.2%
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)62%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
83%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Weaver High School's ranking?
Weaver High School is ranked #924 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?
≤5% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Weaver High School?
The graduation rate of Weaver High School is 60-64%, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 88.2%.
How many students attend Weaver High School?
721 students attend Weaver High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Weaver High School students are Black, 46% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Weaver High School?
Weaver High School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Weaver High School offer ?
Weaver High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Weaver High School part of?
Weaver High School is part of Hartford School District.
In what neighborhood is Weaver High School located?
Weaver High 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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