Below Average
#804 of 990 schools in CT
Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School
Elementary School · New London School District
37 Beech Drive, New London, CT 06320
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
471
Student-Teacher
10:1
Score
4.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#804 of 990
In New London
#7 of 10
public schools
In district
#6 of 8
New London School District
School environment
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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About Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School
Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School is a public elementary school in New London, CT, part of New London School District. Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School serves approximately 471 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10:1 student-teacher ratio. Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 out of 10 and ranks #804 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School show 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.5 · Below Average
- District avg 6.1
- CT avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School — Students at Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School score 16% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 17%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
81.7%
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: 2.9/10.
How Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School Compares
See how Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
37 Beech Drive, New London, CT 06320
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Great Neck Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Waterford), which scores notably higher. Another option is Winthrop STEM Elementary Magnet School (rated 8.8/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Catherine Kolnaski Magnet School (rated 8.2/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Groton), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New London, see our New London schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06320 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$60,224
Median Home Value
$234,800
Median Rent
$1,304/mo
Population
27,275
College Educated
29.1%
Homeownership
40%
Avg Commute
20.1 min
Poverty Rate
20.9%
Median Age
35.1
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| Breakthrough Magnet School South Hartford, CT | 4.6 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School
What grades does Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School serve?
Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School?
Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School has an enrollment of approximately 471 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School?
The student-teacher ratio at Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School is 10:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School rank in CT?
Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School ranks #804 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School's MySchoolScout rating?
Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.5 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 Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School has 41% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 45% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School a charter school?
No, Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School a Title I school?
No, Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Nathan Hale Arts Magnet School?
81.7% of students at Nathan Hale Arts 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 471
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 47
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 81.7%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 8
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 20.2%
- Phone
- (860) 447-6060
Resources & Links
District
New London School District- District Enrollment
- 2,922
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,746
- District Rank
- #6 of 8
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