Serving 643 students in grades 9-12, Weaver High School 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 ≤10% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤10% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 643 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Graduation Rate: 55-59% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤10% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Weaver High School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Weaver High School's student population of 643 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 27% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
643 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Weaver High School 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 Weaver High School is 0.54, 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
#905 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤10%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
47%
30%
Black
49%
12%
White
2%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
55-59%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
86%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Weaver High School's ranking?
Weaver High School is ranked #905 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≤10% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while ≤10% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Weaver High School?
The graduation rate of Weaver High School is 55-59%, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Weaver High School?
643 students attend Weaver High School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Weaver High School students are Black, 47% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are White, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Weaver High School?
Weaver High School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Weaver High School offer ?
Weaver High School offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Weaver High School part of?
Weaver High School is part of Hartford School District.
In what neighborhood is Weaver High School located?
Weaver High School is located in the South West neighborhood of Hartford, CT. There are 4 other public schools located in South West.
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