Excellent
#182 of 990 schools in CT
Top 18% in state
Alfred W. Hanmer School
Elementary School · Wethersfield School District
50 Francis St., Wethersfield, CT 06109
Enrollment
308
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
308
Student-Teacher
12.8:1
Score
8.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#182 of 990
In Wethersfield
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 7
Wethersfield School District
Academic performance
8.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Alfred W. Hanmer School
Alfred W. Hanmer School is a public elementary school in Wethersfield, CT, part of Wethersfield School District. Alfred W.
Hanmer School serves approximately 308 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Alfred W. Hanmer School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #182 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for Alfred W. Hanmer School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.3 · Excellent
- District avg 6.5
- CT avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Alfred W. Hanmer School — Students at Alfred W. Hanmer School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 53%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
34.7%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from CT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.6/10.
How Alfred W. Hanmer School Compares
See how Alfred W. Hanmer School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
50 Francis St., Wethersfield, CT 06109
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Alfred W. Hanmer School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Naylor/CCSU Leadership Academy (rated 7.0/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby Hartford), a more accessible option. Another option is Samuel B. Webb Elementary School (rated 6.6/10, 2.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Charles Wright School (rated 6.2/10, 0.6 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Wethersfield, see our Wethersfield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06109 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$118,523
Median Home Value
$300,500
Median Rent
$1,303/mo
Population
27,180
College Educated
54.5%
Homeownership
82%
Avg Commute
21 min
Poverty Rate
5.8%
Median Age
44.1
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Alfred W. Hanmer School
What grades does Alfred W. Hanmer School serve?
Alfred W. Hanmer School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.
How many students attend Alfred W. Hanmer School?
Alfred W. Hanmer School has an enrollment of approximately 308 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Alfred W. Hanmer School?
The student-teacher ratio at Alfred W. Hanmer School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Alfred W. Hanmer School rank in CT?
Alfred W. Hanmer School ranks #182 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Alfred W. Hanmer School's MySchoolScout rating?
Alfred W. Hanmer School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Alfred W. Hanmer School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Alfred W. Hanmer School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Alfred W. Hanmer School a charter school?
No, Alfred W. Hanmer School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Alfred W. Hanmer School a Title I school?
No, Alfred W. Hanmer School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Alfred W. Hanmer School?
34.7% of students at Alfred W. Hanmer 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 6th
- Enrollment
- 308
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 34.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 1
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.1%
- Phone
- (860) 571-8370
Resources & Links
District
Wethersfield School District- District Enrollment
- 3,584
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,014
- District Rank
- #1 of 7
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