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Great Path Academy at Mcc

High School · Hartford School District

60 Bidwell Street, Manchester, CT 06045

Enrollment

303

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

6.1

Grades

9th – 12th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#546 of 990

In Manchester

#2 of 13

public schools

In district

#7 of 39

Hartford School District

Academic growth

8.8 / 10

Excellent

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Great Path Academy at Mcc

6.1/10

High School in Manchester · grades 9th – 12th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Great Path Academy at Mcc

Great Path Academy at Mcc is a public high school in Manchester, CT, part of Hartford School District. Great Path Academy at Mcc serves approximately 303 students, and covers grades 9th-12th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Great Path Academy at Mcc has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #546 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Great Path Academy at Mcc show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).

How it compares1.3 pts above district
  • This school 6.1 · Average
  • District avg 4.8
  • CT avg 6.1

What Parents Should Know

41% of students at Great Path Academy at Mcc 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

Full Profile · 4/4 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent25%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data10
Annual Change-1.89 pts/yr
Data Period2012–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.9Average25%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency35% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)22% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+12.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile55th
College Readiness4.7Below Average30%
Graduation rates, AP course participation, and IB availability.
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4-Year Graduation Rate95%+
AP Participation7.6%
IB ProgramNo
Resources & Environment3.8Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,687
Chronic Absenteeism41.3%

Great Path Academy at Mcc — Students at Great Path Academy at Mcc score 34% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 22%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

75.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 20.4% (multi-year average, 2012-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 53.3% (multi-year average, 2012-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 20 test records from CT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2012
Math
54.5%
ELA
74.5%
2014
Math
15%
ELA
54.5%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
42%
2016
Math
5%
ELA
54.5%
2017
Math
32%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
17%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
17%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
57%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How Great Path Academy at Mcc Compares

See how Great Path Academy at Mcc performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.1/10
45th percentile in CT
Academic
6.9/10
Average
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
3.8/10
Needs Improvement
AP Courses
1
State avg: 3
Advanced STEM
5/5
Subjects offered

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
75%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
41.3%

Programs & Offerings

AP/IB Programs1 AP course offered
7.6% participation·State avg: 3 AP courses·CRDC 2021-22
Advanced STEM Courses5 of 5 advanced subjects offered
Algebra II, Advanced Math, Calculus, Chemistry, Physics·CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

60 Bidwell Street, Manchester, CT 06045

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Great Path Academy at Mcc may also want to explore other high schools in the area. Connecticut IB Academy (rated 9.0/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby East Hartford), which scores notably higher. Another option is East Hartford High School (rated 5.4/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby East Hartford), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Howell Cheney Technical High School (rated 5.1/10, 1.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Manchester, see our Manchester schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.9 mi
School Distance Rating
Verplanck School Manchester 0.9 mi 4.2
Howell Cheney Technical High School Manchester 1.4 mi 5.1
Odyssey Community School Manchester 1.5 mi 4.8
ADELBROOK-THE LEARNING CENTER OF MANCHESTER Manchester 1.5 mi 6.3
Waddell School Manchester 2.1 mi 6.6
Governor William Pitkin School East Hartford 2.0 mi 6.2
Dr. Franklin H. Mayberry School East Hartford 2.0 mi 5.7
ST JAMES SCHOOL Manchester 2.0 mi 5.0
Sunset Ridge Middle School East Hartford 2.0 mi 7.6
CLINICAL DAY SCHOOL - MANCHESTER MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Manchester 2.3 mi
Smith Middle School Glastonbury 2.7 mi 8.1
Dr. Thomas S. O'Connell School East Hartford 2.4 mi 7.1
Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy Manchester 2.2 mi 4.3
Hebron Avenue School Glastonbury 2.9 mi 8.4
THE CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Manchester 2.5 mi 6.7
East Hartford High School East Hartford 2.3 mi 5.4
East Hartford Middle School East Hartford 2.5 mi 4.6
Connecticut IB Academy East Hartford 2.4 mi 9.0
ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Manchester 2.8 mi 6.3
COMMUNITY CHILD GUIDANCE CLINIC Manchester 2.9 mi 6.5

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Stafford High School Stafford Springs, CT 6.2
SACRED HEART ACADEMY Hamden, CT 5.9
Thomaston High School Thomaston, CT 5.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Great Path Academy at Mcc

What grades does Great Path Academy at Mcc serve?

Great Path Academy at Mcc serves students in grades 9th through 12th.

How many students attend Great Path Academy at Mcc?

Great Path Academy at Mcc has an enrollment of approximately 303 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Great Path Academy at Mcc?

The student-teacher ratio at Great Path Academy at Mcc is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Great Path Academy at Mcc rank in CT?

Great Path Academy at Mcc ranks #546 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Great Path Academy at Mcc's MySchoolScout rating?

Great Path Academy at Mcc has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 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 Great Path Academy at Mcc?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Great Path Academy at Mcc has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022) and 53% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2012-2022).

Is Great Path Academy at Mcc a charter school?

No, Great Path Academy at Mcc is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Great Path Academy at Mcc a Title I school?

No, Great Path Academy at Mcc is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Great Path Academy at Mcc?

75.2% of students at Great Path Academy at Mcc 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
23 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
49 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
9th – 12th
Enrollment
303
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
75.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 1
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
41.3%
4-Year Graduation
95%+

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