Serving 119 students in grades 4-8, Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy ranks in the top 20% 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 80-84% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 76% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 119 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy's student population of 119 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
119 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy is 0.70, which is more 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
#109 out of 942 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
39%
30%
Black
30%
12%
White
24%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy's ranking?
Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy is ranked #109 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy often compared to?
Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Montessori Magnet At Batchelder 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 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy?
119 students attend Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 24% of students are White, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy?
Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy offer ?
Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy part of?
Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy is part of Hartford School District.
In what neighborhood is Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy located?
Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy is located in the Asylum Hill neighborhood of Hartford, CT. There are 4 other public schools located in Asylum Hill.
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