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#328 of 990 schools in CT

Top 33% in state

Betances Stem Magnet School

Middle School · Hartford School District

400 Wethersfield Avenue, Hartford, CT 06114

Enrollment

212

Student-Teacher

13.2:1

Score

7.3

Grades

5th – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#328 of 990

In Hartford

#3 of 42

public schools

In district

#3 of 39

Hartford School District

Academic growth

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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Betances Stem Magnet School

7.3/10

Middle School in Hartford · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Betances Stem Magnet School

Betances Stem Magnet School is a public middle school in Hartford, CT, part of Hartford School District. Betances Stem Magnet School serves approximately 212 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Betances Stem Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #328 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Betances Stem Magnet School show 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).

How it compares2.3 pts above district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 5.0
  • CT avg 6.2

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.8Excellent40%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data9
Annual Change-0.61 pts/yr
Data Period2014–2022
TrendStable
Academics5.5Average35%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency18% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency29% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency24% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)20% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+3.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile38th
Resources & Environment5.9Average25%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,687
Chronic Absenteeism21.7%

Betances Stem Magnet School — Students at Betances Stem Magnet School score 24% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

78.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 23.1% (multi-year average, 2014-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 35.8% (multi-year average, 2014-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 18 test records from CT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

→ Stable

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

2014
Math
23%
ELA
39%
2015
Math
24%
ELA
35%
2016
Math
23%
ELA
32%
2017
Math
26%
ELA
41%
2018
Math
28%
ELA
38%
2019
Math
28%
ELA
38%
2020*
Math
19%
ELA
35%
2021*
Math
19%
ELA
35%
2022
Math
18%
ELA
29%

* 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: 9.8/10.

How Betances Stem Magnet School Compares

See how Betances Stem Magnet School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
67th percentile in CT
Academic
5.5/10
Average
Growth
9.8/10
Excellent
Environment
5.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
78%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
16 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.7%

Location

400 Wethersfield Avenue, Hartford, CT 06114

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Betances Stem Magnet School may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. GRACE ACADEMY HARTFORD (rated 8.4/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is McDonough Middle School (rated 3.5/10, 1.4 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Academy of Computer Science and and Engineering Middle Schoo (rated 3.4/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby East Hartford), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hartford, see our Hartford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 1.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Burr Middle School Hartford 0.0 mi 2.6
HIGH ROAD SCHOOL OF HARTFORD HIGH Hartford 0.3 mi
M. D. Fox School Hartford 0.4 mi 4.7
Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: PK-8 Campus Hartford 0.8 mi 4.3
Dwight-Bellizzi Dual Language Academy Hartford 0.9 mi 3.2
Naylor/CCSU Leadership Academy Hartford 1.0 mi 7.0
Betances Learning Lab Magnet School Hartford 1.0 mi 8.2
Sport and Medical Sciences Academy Hartford 0.8 mi 3.5
Greater Hartford Academy of the Arts High School - Full Day Hartford 0.9 mi 2.8
Montessori Magnet School Hartford 0.8 mi 2.6
Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy Hartford 0.8 mi 4.0
GRACE ACADEMY HARTFORD Hartford 1.2 mi 8.4
Sanchez School Hartford 1.3 mi 4.6
Academy of Computer Science and and Engineering Middle Schoo East Hartford 1.3 mi 3.4
Kennelly School Hartford 1.3 mi 4.0
Burns Latino Studies Academy Hartford 1.5 mi 4.1
Hartford PreKindergarten Magnet School: South Campus Hartford 1.5 mi
Discovery Academy Wethersfield 1.7 mi 4.6
Expeditionary Learning Academy at Moylan School Hartford 1.4 mi 5.1
McDonough Middle School Hartford 1.4 mi 3.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06114 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$47,905

Median Home Value

$228,300

Median Rent

$1,296/mo

Population

25,283

College Educated

15.4%

Homeownership

36%

Avg Commute

23.3 min

Poverty Rate

25.6%

Median Age

35.5

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Helen Keller Middle School Easton, CT 8.1
Northwestern Regional Middle School Winsted, CT 6.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Betances Stem Magnet School

What grades does Betances Stem Magnet School serve?

Betances Stem Magnet School serves students in grades 5th through 8th.

How many students attend Betances Stem Magnet School?

Betances Stem Magnet School has an enrollment of approximately 212 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Betances Stem Magnet School?

The student-teacher ratio at Betances Stem Magnet School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Betances Stem Magnet School rank in CT?

Betances Stem Magnet School ranks #328 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Betances Stem Magnet School's MySchoolScout rating?

Betances Stem Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Betances Stem Magnet School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Betances Stem Magnet School has 23% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2014-2022).

Is Betances Stem Magnet School a charter school?

No, Betances Stem Magnet School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Betances Stem Magnet School a Title I school?

No, Betances Stem Magnet School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Betances Stem Magnet School?

78.3% of students at Betances Stem Magnet 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
77 Very Walkable
Transit Score
46 Some Transit
Bike Score
59 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
212
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
16
Free/Reduced Lunch
78.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize City
County
Connecticut Planning Region 1
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.7%

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