Serving 318 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Breakthrough Magnet School North 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Breakthrough Magnet School North ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Breakthrough Magnet School North's student population of 318 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 40% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
318 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Breakthrough Magnet School North 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 Breakthrough Magnet School North is 0.70, which is more 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
#734 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
5%
Hispanic
25%
31%
Black
45%
12%
White
4%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
61%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Breakthrough Magnet School North's ranking?
Breakthrough Magnet School North is ranked #734 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Breakthrough Magnet School North often compared to?
Breakthrough Magnet School Northis often viewed alongside schools like Hartford Prekindergarten Magnet School North Campus by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Breakthrough Magnet School North?
318 students attend Breakthrough Magnet School North.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Breakthrough Magnet School North students are Black, 25% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Breakthrough Magnet School North?
Breakthrough Magnet School North has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Breakthrough Magnet School North offer ?
Breakthrough Magnet School North offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Breakthrough Magnet School North part of?
Breakthrough Magnet School North is part of Hartford School District.
In what neighborhood is Breakthrough Magnet School North located?
Breakthrough Magnet School North is located in the Upper Albany neighborhood of Hartford, CT. There are 2 other public schools located in Upper Albany.
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