Very Good
#387 of 990 schools in CT
Top 39% in state
Breakthrough Magnet School North
Elementary School · Hartford School District
25 Ridgefield Street, Hartford, CT 06112
Enrollment
318
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
318
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
7.0
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#387 of 990
In Hartford
#6 of 42
public schools
In district
#6 of 39
Hartford School District
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Breakthrough Magnet School North
Elementary School in Hartford · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Breakthrough Magnet School North
Breakthrough Magnet School North is a public elementary school in Hartford, CT, part of Hartford School District. Breakthrough Magnet School North serves approximately 318 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Breakthrough Magnet School North has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 out of 10 and ranks #387 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for Breakthrough Magnet School North show 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.0 · Very Good
- District avg 4.7
- CT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Breakthrough Magnet School North sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
Score Breakdown
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Breakthrough Magnet School North — Students at Breakthrough Magnet School North score 24% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 30%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
65.1%
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
→ StableAverage 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: 8.1/10.
How Breakthrough Magnet School North Compares
See how Breakthrough Magnet School North performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
25 Ridgefield Street, Hartford, CT 06112
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Breakthrough Magnet School North may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HARTFORD ADVENTIST ACADEMY (rated 5.7/10, 0.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is STEM Magnet at Annie Fisher School (rated 5.6/10, 0.7 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, West Middle School (rated 5.1/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. For more schools in Hartford, see our Hartford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| M. L. King Jr. Middle School Hartford | 0.0 mi | 4.3 |
| Achievement First Hartford Academy Hartford | 0.1 mi | 5.4 |
| HARTFORD ADVENTIST ACADEMY Hartford | 0.2 mi | 5.7 |
| Wish Museum School Hartford | 0.5 mi | 3.9 |
| OAK HILL SCHOOL Hartford | 0.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Rawson School Hartford | 0.7 mi | 3.6 |
| STEM Magnet at Annie Fisher School Hartford | 0.7 mi | 5.6 |
| Montessori Magnet at Fisher School Hartford | 0.7 mi | 3.5 |
| EAGLE HOUSE EDUCATION PROGRAM Hartford | 0.6 mi | — |
| Classical Magnet School Hartford | 0.9 mi | 5.7 |
| Renzulli Gifted and Talented Academy Hartford | 0.9 mi | 7.6 |
| West Middle School Hartford | 1.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Jumoke Academy Hartford | 1.1 mi | 4.6 |
| University High School of Science and Engineering Hartford | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| WATKINSON SCHOOL Hartford | 0.9 mi | 7.2 |
| TRINITY ACADEMY OF HARTFORD Hartford | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| University of Hartford Magnet School West Hartford | 1.0 mi | 3.7 |
| Global Communications Academy Hartford | 1.1 mi | 3.3 |
| Hartford PreKindergarten Magnet School: North Campus Hartford | 1.1 mi | 3.0 |
| Weaver High School Hartford | 1.2 mi | 3.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,010
Median Home Value
$203,300
Median Rent
$1,229/mo
Population
21,918
College Educated
9.7%
Homeownership
40.2%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
22.2%
Median Age
30.8
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Elmer Thienes-Mary Hall Elementary School Marlborough, CT | 7.0 |
| Great Plain School Danbury, CT | 7.0 |
| Hamilton Avenue School Greenwich, CT | 7.0 |
| Mary G. Fritz Elementary School of Yalesville Yalesville, CT | 7.0 |
| Naylor/CCSU Leadership Academy Hartford, CT | 7.0 |
| Bryant School Bridgeport, CT | 7.1 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Breakthrough Magnet School North
What grades does Breakthrough Magnet School North serve?
Breakthrough Magnet School North serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Breakthrough Magnet School North?
Breakthrough Magnet School North has an enrollment of approximately 318 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Breakthrough Magnet School North?
The student-teacher ratio at Breakthrough Magnet School North is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Breakthrough Magnet School North rank in CT?
Breakthrough Magnet School North ranks #387 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Breakthrough Magnet School North's MySchoolScout rating?
Breakthrough Magnet School North has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.0 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 Breakthrough Magnet School North?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Breakthrough Magnet School North has 34% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 37% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Breakthrough Magnet School North a charter school?
No, Breakthrough Magnet School North is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Breakthrough Magnet School North a Title I school?
No, Breakthrough Magnet School North is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Breakthrough Magnet School North?
65.1% of students at Breakthrough Magnet School North 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 318
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 65.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 1
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 16.7%
- Phone
- (860) 695-6380
Resources & Links
District
Hartford School District- District Enrollment
- 16,839
- Schools in District
- 41
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,687
- District Rank
- #6 of 39
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