Below Average
#829 of 990 schools in CT
Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: Pk-8 Campus
Elementary School · Hartford School District
65 Van Block Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Enrollment
436
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
4.3
Grades
Pre-K – 8th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#829 of 990
In Hartford
#21 of 42
public schools
In district
#20 of 39
Hartford School District
School environment
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: Pk-8 Campus
Elementary School in Hartford · grades Pre-K – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
Greater Hartford Academy of the Arts High School - Full Day
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About Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: Pk-8 Campus
Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: Pk-8 Campus is a public elementary school in Hartford, CT, part of Hartford School District. Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: Pk-8 Campus serves approximately 436 students, and covers grades Pre-K-8th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: Pk-8 Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 out of 10 and ranks #829 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: Pk-8 Campus show 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.3 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- CT avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: Pk-8 Campus — Students at Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: Pk-8 Campus score 22% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 20%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.8%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 2.5/10.
How Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: Pk-8 Campus Compares
See how Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: Pk-8 Campus 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
65 Van Block Avenue, Hartford, CT 06106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: Pk-8 Campus may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Betances Learning Lab Magnet School (rated 8.2/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Naylor/CCSU Leadership Academy (rated 7.0/10, 1.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, M. D. Fox School (rated 4.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hartford, see our Hartford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.7 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
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| Brooklyn Elementary School Brooklyn, CT | 4.3 |
| Hill Central Music Academy New Haven, CT | 4.3 |
| Jefferson Marine Science Elementary School Norwalk, CT | 4.3 |
| Madison School Bridgeport, CT | 4.3 |
| North Windham School North Windham, CT | 4.3 |
| Woodstock Elementary School Woodstock, CT | 4.3 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: Pk-8 Campus
What grades does Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: Pk-8 Campus serve?
Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: Pk-8 Campus serves students in grades Pre-K through 8th.
How many students attend Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: Pk-8 Campus?
Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: Pk-8 Campus has an enrollment of approximately 436 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: Pk-8 Campus?
The student-teacher ratio at Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: Pk-8 Campus 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 Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: Pk-8 Campus rank in CT?
Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: Pk-8 Campus ranks #829 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: Pk-8 Campus's MySchoolScout rating?
Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: Pk-8 Campus has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.3 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 Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: Pk-8 Campus?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: Pk-8 Campus has 36% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 49% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: Pk-8 Campus a charter school?
No, Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: Pk-8 Campus is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: Pk-8 Campus a Title I school?
No, Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: Pk-8 Campus is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: Pk-8 Campus?
77.8% of students at Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: Pk-8 Campus 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 – 8th
- Enrollment
- 436
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 37
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.8%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 1
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 21.8%
- Phone
- (860) 695-4140
- 4-Year Graduation
- 84.5%
Resources & Links
District
Hartford School District- District Enrollment
- 16,839
- Schools in District
- 41
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,687
- District Rank
- #20 of 39
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