Serving 1,041 students in grades Kindergarten-12, Achievement First Hartford 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 24% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-12
- Enrollment: 1,041 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Achievement First Hartford Academy's student population of 1,041 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 86 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,041 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
86 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Achievement First Hartford Academy ranks within the bottom 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Achievement First Hartford Academy is 0.39, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#679 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
22%
30%
Black
75%
12%
White
n/a
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
85-89%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
36%
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 Achievement First Hartford Academy's ranking?
Achievement First Hartford Academy is ranked #679 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Achievement First Hartford Academy often compared to?
Achievement First Hartford Academyis often viewed alongside schools like A. I. Prince Technical High School, Academy Of Aerospace And Engineering by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Achievement First Hartford Academy?
The graduation rate of Achievement First Hartford Academy is 85-89%, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Achievement First Hartford Academy?
1,041 students attend Achievement First Hartford Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Achievement First Hartford Academy students are Black, 22% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Achievement First Hartford Academy?
Achievement First Hartford Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Achievement First Hartford Academy offer ?
Achievement First Hartford Academy offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Achievement First Hartford Academy part of?
Achievement First Hartford Academy is part of Achievement First Hartford Academy School District.
In what neighborhood is Achievement First Hartford Academy located?
Achievement First Hartford Academy is located in the Upper Albany neighborhood of Hartford, CT. There are 2 other public schools located in Upper Albany.
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