Links Academy serves 24 students in grades 3-12.
Minority enrollment was 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which was lower than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
School Overview
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-12
Total Students
24 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers (15-16)
5 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Student : Teacher Ratio
n/a
12:1
American Indian
4%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
25%
30%
Black
13%
12%
White
58%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Links Academy?
24 students attend Links Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Links Academy students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Black, and 4% of students are American Indian.
What grades does Links Academy offer ?
Links Academy offers enrollment in grades 3-12
What school district is Links Academy part of?
Links Academy is part of Glastonbury School District.
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