Serving 324 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Alfred W. Hanmer School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 324 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alfred W. Hanmer School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Alfred W. Hanmer School's student population of 324 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
324 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alfred W. Hanmer School ranks within the top 30% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alfred W. Hanmer School is 0.47, 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
#215 out of 942 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
14%
30%
Black
5%
12%
White
71%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alfred W. Hanmer School's ranking?
Alfred W. Hanmer School is ranked #215 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Alfred W. Hanmer School often compared to?
Alfred W. Hanmer Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Charles Wright School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Alfred W. Hanmer School?
324 students attend Alfred W. Hanmer School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Alfred W. Hanmer School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Alfred W. Hanmer School?
Alfred W. Hanmer School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Alfred W. Hanmer School offer ?
Alfred W. Hanmer School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Alfred W. Hanmer School part of?
Alfred W. Hanmer School is part of Wethersfield School District.
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