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#749 of 990 schools in CT

A. I. Prince Technical High School

High School · Connecticut Technical Education and Career System

401 Flatbush Ave., Hartford, CT 06106

Enrollment

718

Student-Teacher

9.4:1

Score

4.8

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#749 of 990

In Hartford

#15 of 42

public schools

In district

#13 of 17

Connecticut Technical Education and Career System

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A. I. Prince Technical High School

4.8/10

High School in Hartford · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About A. I. Prince Technical High School

A. I. Prince Technical High School is a public high school in Hartford, CT, part of Connecticut Technical Education and Career System.

A. I. Prince Technical High School serves approximately 718 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 9.4:1 student-teacher ratio.

A. I. Prince Technical High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #749 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for A. I. Prince Technical High School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts below district
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • District avg 5.3
  • CT avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

At 9.4:1 students to teachers, A. I. Prince Technical High School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

42% of students at A. I. Prince Technical High School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress2.1Needs Improvement25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-5.11 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.0Needs Improvement25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency2.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency10% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)27% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-17.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile4th
College Readiness9.7Excellent30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment4.4Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio9.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,755
Chronic Absenteeism41.6%

A. I. Prince Technical High School — Students at A. I. Prince Technical High School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 27%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

68.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 23.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 37.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 22 test records from CT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2012
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2014
Math
2.5%
ELA
37%
2015
Math
2.5%
ELA
22%
2018
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2019
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%
2020*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2021*
Math
7.5%
ELA
17%
2022
Math
2.5%
ELA
17%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 2.1/10.

How A. I. Prince Technical High School Compares

See how A. I. Prince Technical High School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.8/10
24th percentile in CT
Academic
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.1/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
4.4/10
Below Average
Sports
14
7 boys' · 7 girls'
Advanced STEM
3/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
69%
Teaching Staff
9:1 student-teacher ratio
76 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
41.6%

Programs & Offerings

Athletics14sports offered
7 boys'·7 girls'·18 teams (incl. JV)·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses3 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

401 Flatbush Ave., Hartford, CT 06106

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering A. I. Prince Technical High School may also want to explore other high schools in the area. FUTURES SCHOOL (rated 5.7/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby West Hartford), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Hartford Public High School (rated 4.2/10, 1.6 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy (rated 4.0/10, 1.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Hartford, see our Hartford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Breakthrough Magnet School South Hartford 0.2 mi 4.6
Environmental Sciences Magnet at Hooker School Hartford 0.2 mi 5.5
Expeditionary Learning Academy at Moylan School Hartford 0.5 mi 5.1
Montessori Magnet at Batchelder School Hartford 0.7 mi 5.0
McDonough Middle School Hartford 0.7 mi 3.5
Kennelly School Hartford 0.8 mi 4.0
Parkville Community School Hartford 1.0 mi 2.9
Charter Oak International Academy West Hartford 0.8 mi 7.0
Smith School West Hartford 1.1 mi 8.5
FUTURES SCHOOL West Hartford 1.2 mi 5.7
Montessori Magnet School Hartford 1.1 mi 2.6
Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy Hartford 1.2 mi 4.0
Hartford Public High School Hartford 1.6 mi 4.2
Sanchez School Hartford 1.5 mi 4.6
Burns Latino Studies Academy Hartford 1.5 mi 4.1
Hartford PreKindergarten Magnet School: South Campus Hartford 1.5 mi
OPTIONS EDUCATIONAL SERVICES Hartford 1.7 mi
M. D. Fox School Hartford 1.4 mi 4.7
Webster Micro Society Magnet School Hartford 1.8 mi 3.4
Whiting Lane School West Hartford 1.7 mi 9.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06106 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$47,542

Median Home Value

$201,600

Median Rent

$1,237/mo

Population

37,809

College Educated

16.6%

Homeownership

24.4%

Avg Commute

20.3 min

Poverty Rate

26.4%

Median Age

32.9

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Academy of Computer Science and Engineering Enfield, CT 4.8
Griswold High School Griswold, CT 4.8
Rockville High School Vernon, CT 4.8
Academy of Aerospace and Engineering Windsor, CT 4.6
Killingly High School Dayville, CT 4.6
Bullard-Havens Technical High School Bridgeport, CT 5.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about A. I. Prince Technical High School

What grades does A. I. Prince Technical High School serve?

A. I. Prince Technical High School serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend A. I. Prince Technical High School?

A. I. Prince Technical High School has an enrollment of approximately 718 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at A. I. Prince Technical High School?

The student-teacher ratio at A. I. Prince Technical High School is 9.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does A. I. Prince Technical High School rank in CT?

A. I. Prince Technical High School ranks #749 of 990 schools in CT.

What is A. I. Prince Technical High School's MySchoolScout rating?

A. I. Prince Technical High School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at A. I. Prince Technical High School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, A. I. Prince Technical High School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is A. I. Prince Technical High School a charter school?

No, A. I. Prince Technical High School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is A. I. Prince Technical High School a Title I school?

No, A. I. Prince Technical High School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for A. I. Prince Technical High School?

68.8% of students at A. I. Prince Technical High School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
65 Somewhat Walkable
Transit Score
51 Good Transit
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
718
Student-Teacher Ratio
9.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
76
Free/Reduced Lunch
68.8%
Type
vocational
Setting
Midsize City
County
Connecticut Planning Region 1
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
41.6%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

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