West Hartford School District
School District · West Hartford, Connecticut
Avg Rating
7.6
out of 10
Schools
16
11 elem, 3 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,708
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
Avg Rating
7.6
out of 10
Schools
16
11 elem, 3 mid, 2 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,708
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.3:1
How this district compares
Connecticut rank
#28 of 134
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+1.3
above Connecticut avg
Per-pupil spending
$24,708
$297 vs Connecticut median
District size
9,261 students
Much larger than Connecticut median
About West Hartford School District
West Hartford School District is a West Hartford, Connecticut school district serving 16 schools. The district educates 9,261 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.3:1. The district invests $24,708 per student annually.
With an average rating of 7.6/10, West Hartford School District is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Webster Hill School, which has a composite score of 9.3/10.
In standardized testing, West Hartford School District students show an average math proficiency of 62.5% and ELA proficiency of 70.5%.
The district includes 11 elementary schools , 3 middle schools , and 2 high schools.
District Map
Schools in West Hartford School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in West Hartford School District with test data.
Schools in West Hartford School District
16 schools Elementary Schools 11
High Schools 2
District Details
- State
- Connecticut
- City
- West Hartford
- Total Enrollment
- 9,261
- Teachers (FTE)
- 754
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in West Hartford School District?
West Hartford School District has 16 schools in total — 11 elementary, 3 middle, and 2 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for West Hartford School District?
The average composite rating for West Hartford School District is 7.6/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in West Hartford School District?
West Hartford School District spends $24,708 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in West Hartford School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in West Hartford School District is 12.3:1.
What is the top-rated school in West Hartford School District?
Webster Hill School is the highest-rated school in West Hartford School District with a composite score of 9.3/10.
What are the test scores in West Hartford School District?
Across schools in West Hartford School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 62.5% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 70.5%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does West Hartford School District compare to other districts in Connecticut?
West Hartford School District has an average school rating of 7.6/10 across 16 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Connecticut by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.6/10
- Math Proficiency
- 62.5%
- ELA Proficiency
- 70.5%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
Read our full methodologyOther School Districts in CT
Compare West Hartford School District with neighboring districts in the state.
- Hartford School District (41)
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- Waterbury School District (29)
- Norwalk School District (22)
- Stamford School District (21)
- Danbury School District (19)
- Connecticut Technical Education and Career System (17)
- Capitol Region Education Council (16)
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- Greenwich School District (15)
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- Southington School District (13)
- Stratford School District (13)
- East Hartford School District (12)
- Wallingford School District (12)
- Hamden School District (10)
- Manchester School District (10)
- Middletown School District (10)
- Naugatuck School District (9)
- Norwich School District (9)
Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Connecticut Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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