Excellent
#6 of 202 private schools in CT
Top 3% of private schools
Grace Academy Hartford
Middle School
457 MAIN ST, Hartford, CT 06106
Enrollment
53
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
8.4
Grades
5th – 8th
Enrollment
53
Student-Teacher
5:1
Score
8.4
Grades
5th – 8th
Data vintage
2021-22
Data vintage2021-22
How this school compares
Connecticut private schools
#6 of 202
In Hartford
#1 of 5
public schools
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Grace Academy Hartford
Middle School in Hartford · grades 5th – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Grace Academy Hartford
Grace Academy Hartford is a private middle school in Hartford, CT. Grace Academy Hartford serves approximately 53 students, and covers grades 5th-8th, and has a 5:1 student-teacher ratio. Grace Academy Hartford has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10 and ranks #6 of 202 private schools in CT.
- This school 8.4 · Excellent
- CT avg 6.2
What Parents Should Know
At 53 students, Grace Academy Hartford is on the smaller side. That usually buys more individual attention and teachers who know every kid by name, with the trade-off of fewer electives and extracurriculars than a larger school can staff. Ask what activities it actually offers.
At 5:1 students to teachers, Grace Academy Hartford sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
Grace Academy Hartford is private, so it runs independently of the local district and sets its own curriculum. That freedom cuts both ways depending on what you want for your child. If you're considering it, start with the practical questions: tuition, financial aid, and how admissions work.
Compare to Public Schools
BetaHow Grace Academy Hartford compares to 34 public schools serving similar grades in Hartford, CT
Student Demographics
Nearby Middle Schools
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Grace Academy Hartford (this school) | 8.4 |
| Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: PK-8 Campus | 4.3 |
| Sanchez School | 4.6 |
| Capital Preparatory Magnet School | 2.8 |
| Burns Latino Studies Academy | 4.1 |
| Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy | 4.0 |
| Global Communications Academy | 3.3 |
| Sport and Medical Sciences Academy | 3.5 |
| Montessori Magnet School | 2.6 |
| M. D. Fox School | 4.7 |
| Jumoke Academy | 4.6 |
| Betances STEM Magnet School | 7.3 |
| Burr Middle School | 2.6 |
| SAND School | 4.1 |
| West Middle School | 5.1 |
| McDonough Middle School | 3.5 |
| Renzulli Gifted and Talented Academy | 7.6 |
| Classical Magnet School | 5.7 |
| Wish Museum School | 3.9 |
| Expeditionary Learning Academy at Moylan School | 5.1 |
| Parkville Community School | 2.9 |
Showing 20 of 34 schools. View all schools in Hartford
Demographics sourced from NCES Private School Survey (PSS) and Common Core of Data (CCD). Comparisons are based on enrollment-weighted averages.
Score Breakdown
PreliminaryWhat This Rating Measures
This rating reflects classroom size, instructional time, student diversity, community resources, and school characteristics. Private schools are ranked against other private schools in CT.
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Score basis: Private school model
Data coverage: 80% of scoring components had data
Components scored: 4 of 5
Ranking pool: Private schools in CT
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
Student Demographics NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
Source: NCES Private School Survey (PSS)
Location
457 MAIN ST, Hartford, CT 06106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Grace Academy Hartford may also want to explore other middle schools in the area. Betances STEM Magnet School (rated 7.3/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. Another option is TRINITY ACADEMY OF HARTFORD (rated 7.0/10, 1.1 miles away), a more accessible option. Additionally, Burr Middle School (rated 2.6/10, 1.2 miles away), a more accessible option. 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 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 |
|---|---|
| ST MARTIN DE PORRES ACADEMY New Haven, CT | 7.0 |
| TRINITY ACADEMY OF HARTFORD Hartford, CT | 7.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Grace Academy Hartford
What grades does Grace Academy Hartford serve?
Grace Academy Hartford serves students in grades 5th through 8th.
How many students attend Grace Academy Hartford?
Grace Academy Hartford has an enrollment of approximately 53 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Grace Academy Hartford?
The student-teacher ratio at Grace Academy Hartford is 5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 11:1 for private schools.
How does Grace Academy Hartford rank in CT?
Grace Academy Hartford ranks #6 of 202 private schools in CT.
What is Grace Academy Hartford's MySchoolScout rating?
Grace Academy Hartford has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.4 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is Grace Academy Hartford a private school?
Yes, Grace Academy Hartford is a private coeducational school with a Other Religious affiliation. Private schools are not required to participate in state standardized testing, so academic performance data may be limited compared to public schools.
Is Grace Academy Hartford a religious school?
Grace Academy Hartford has a Other Religious religious affiliation.
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Quick Facts NCES PSS (SY 2021-22)
- Grades
- 5th – 8th
- Enrollment
- 53
- Gender Split
- 47% M / 53% F
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 11
- Type
- private
- Coed Status
- coed
- Affiliation
- Other Religious
- School Day
- 10 hours
- Days Per Year
- 206 days
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Hartford County
- Phone
- (860) 263-7535
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