Needs Improvement
#973 of 990 schools in CT
Capital Preparatory Magnet School
School · Hartford School District
1304 Main Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Enrollment
533
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Enrollment
533
Student-Teacher
13.7:1
Score
2.8
Grades
Pre-K – 12th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#973 of 990
In Hartford
#40 of 42
public schools
In district
#38 of 39
Hartford School District
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About Capital Preparatory Magnet School
Capital Preparatory Magnet School is a public school in Hartford, CT, part of Hartford School District. Capital Preparatory Magnet School serves approximately 533 students, and covers grades Pre-K-12th, and has a 13.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Capital Preparatory Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 out of 10 and ranks #973 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for Capital Preparatory Magnet School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 2.8 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- CT avg 6.3
What Parents Should Know
37% of students at Capital Preparatory Magnet 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
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Capital Preparatory Magnet School — Students at Capital Preparatory Magnet School score 8% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
78.4%
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: 1.4/10.
How Capital Preparatory Magnet School Compares
See how Capital Preparatory Magnet School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
1304 Main Street, Hartford, CT 06103
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Capital Preparatory Magnet School may also want to explore other schools in the area. Achievement First Hartford Academy (rated 5.4/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Jumoke Academy (rated 4.6/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hartford, see our Hartford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.4 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06103 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$79,476
Median Home Value
$319,000
Median Rent
$1,677/mo
Population
2,845
College Educated
67.2%
Homeownership
4.1%
Poverty Rate
17.9%
Median Age
31.5
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| Highville Charter School New Haven, CT | 3.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Capital Preparatory Magnet School
What grades does Capital Preparatory Magnet School serve?
Capital Preparatory Magnet School serves students in grades Pre-K through 12th.
How many students attend Capital Preparatory Magnet School?
Capital Preparatory Magnet School has an enrollment of approximately 533 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Capital Preparatory Magnet School?
The student-teacher ratio at Capital Preparatory Magnet School is 13.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Capital Preparatory Magnet School rank in CT?
Capital Preparatory Magnet School ranks #973 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Capital Preparatory Magnet School's MySchoolScout rating?
Capital Preparatory Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 2.8 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 Capital Preparatory Magnet School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Capital Preparatory Magnet School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 38% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Capital Preparatory Magnet School a charter school?
No, Capital Preparatory Magnet School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Capital Preparatory Magnet School a Title I school?
No, Capital Preparatory Magnet School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Capital Preparatory Magnet School?
78.4% of students at Capital Preparatory 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 12th
- Enrollment
- 533
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.7:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 78.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 1
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 36.8%
- Phone
- (860) 695-9800
- 4-Year Graduation
- 90%+
Resources & Links
District
Hartford School District- District Enrollment
- 16,839
- Schools in District
- 41
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,687
- District Rank
- #38 of 39
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