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#882 of 990 schools in CT

Museum Academy

Elementary School · Capitol Region Education Council

11 Turkey Hill Road, Bloomfield, CT 06002

Enrollment

508

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

3.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#882 of 990

In Bloomfield

#10 of 10

public schools

In district

#10 of 15

Capitol Region Education Council

School environment

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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Museum Academy

3.9/10

Elementary School in Bloomfield · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.6/10

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4.3/10

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About Museum Academy

Museum Academy is a public elementary school in Bloomfield, CT, part of Capitol Region Education Council. Museum Academy serves approximately 508 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Museum Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #882 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Museum Academy show 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
  • District avg 4.5
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress2.8Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data11
Annual Change-4.64 pts/yr
Data Period2011–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.4Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)34% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-11.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile15th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$29,950
Chronic Absenteeism18.5%

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

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

60.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 46.3% (multi-year average, 2011-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 51.8% (multi-year average, 2011-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 22 test records from CT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

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

2011
Math
84.5%
ELA
84.5%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
22%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
22%

* 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: 2.8/10.

How Museum Academy Compares

See how Museum Academy performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
3.9/10
11th percentile in CT
Academic
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
2.8/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
60%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
18.5%

Location

11 Turkey Hill Road, Bloomfield, CT 06002

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Museum Academy may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Laurel Literacy Academy (rated 9.6/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Aiken School (rated 8.4/10, 1.7 miles away, in nearby West Hartford), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Metacomet School (rated 5.2/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bloomfield, see our Bloomfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Bloomfield High School Bloomfield 0.5 mi 5.6
Carmen Arace Middle School Bloomfield 0.9 mi 4.3
Carmen Arace Intermediate School Bloomfield 0.9 mi 4.8
Laurel Literacy Academy Bloomfield 1.1 mi 9.6
Wintonbury Early Childhood Magnet School Bloomfield 1.2 mi 4.5
Metacomet School Bloomfield 1.2 mi 5.2
Aiken School West Hartford 1.7 mi 8.4
ST TIMOTHY MIDDLE SCHOOL West Hartford 1.7 mi 6.2
NEW ENGLAND JEWISH ACADEMY West Hartford 1.8 mi 7.2
BEN BRONZ ACADEMY West Hatford 1.9 mi 6.9
King Philip Middle School West Hartford 2.1 mi 8.2
NORTHWEST CATHOLIC HIGH SCHOOL West Hartford 1.9 mi 5.7
Hall High School West Hartford 2.2 mi 7.9
Weaver High School Hartford 2.1 mi 3.5
Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: High School Campu Hartford 2.1 mi
Bulkeley High School Hartford 2.0 mi 4.0
INTENSIVE EDUCATION ACADEMY IN West Hartford 2.4 mi 7.3
University High School of Science and Engineering Hartford 2.3 mi 7.0
University of Hartford Magnet School West Hartford 2.3 mi 3.7
WATKINSON SCHOOL Hartford 2.5 mi 7.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06002 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$97,436

Median Home Value

$269,000

Median Rent

$1,681/mo

Population

21,547

College Educated

39.1%

Homeownership

70.5%

Avg Commute

24.9 min

Poverty Rate

7.4%

Median Age

47.1

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Museum Academy

What grades does Museum Academy serve?

Museum Academy serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Museum Academy?

Museum Academy has an enrollment of approximately 508 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Museum Academy?

The student-teacher ratio at Museum Academy is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Museum Academy rank in CT?

Museum Academy ranks #882 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Museum Academy's MySchoolScout rating?

Museum Academy has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 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 Museum Academy?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Museum Academy has 46% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022) and 52% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2011-2022).

Is Museum Academy a charter school?

No, Museum Academy is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Museum Academy a Title I school?

No, Museum Academy is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Museum Academy?

60.2% of students at Museum Academy 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
30 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
37 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
508
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
60.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 1
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
18.5%

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