Needs Improvement
#919 of 990 schools in CT
Rawson School
Elementary School · Hartford School District
260 Holcomb Street, Hartford, CT 06112
Enrollment
209
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
209
Student-Teacher
9.5:1
Score
3.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#919 of 990
In Hartford
#29 of 42
public schools
In district
#28 of 39
Hartford School District
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About Rawson School
Rawson School is a public elementary school in Hartford, CT, part of Hartford School District. Rawson School serves approximately 209 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 9.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Rawson School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 out of 10 and ranks #919 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for Rawson School show 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.6 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- CT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
At 9.5:1 students to teachers, Rawson School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.
40% of students at Rawson School 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
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Rawson School — Students at Rawson School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 12%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.5%
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: 3.1/10.
How Rawson School Compares
See how Rawson School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
260 Holcomb Street, Hartford, CT 06112
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Rawson School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Breakthrough Magnet School North (rated 7.0/10, 0.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARTFORD ADVENTIST ACADEMY (rated 5.7/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STEM Magnet at Annie Fisher School (rated 5.6/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hartford, see our Hartford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.8 miNeighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06112 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$47,010
Median Home Value
$203,300
Median Rent
$1,229/mo
Population
21,918
College Educated
9.7%
Homeownership
40.2%
Avg Commute
25.3 min
Poverty Rate
22.2%
Median Age
30.8
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| Hopeville School Waterbury, CT | 3.8 |
| ASSUMPTION SCHOOL Ansonia, CT | 3.4 |
| Dunbar Hill School Hamden, CT | 3.9 |
| Edison School Bridgeport, CT | 3.9 |
| Northend Elementary School New Britain, CT | 3.9 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Rawson School
What grades does Rawson School serve?
Rawson School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Rawson School?
Rawson School has an enrollment of approximately 209 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Rawson School?
The student-teacher ratio at Rawson School is 9.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Rawson School rank in CT?
Rawson School ranks #919 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Rawson School's MySchoolScout rating?
Rawson School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.6 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 Rawson School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Rawson School has 26% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 26% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Rawson School a charter school?
No, Rawson School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Rawson School a Title I school?
No, Rawson School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Rawson School?
88.5% of students at Rawson 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
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 209
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 9.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 22
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 1
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 40.2%
- Phone
- (860) 695-4840
Resources & Links
District
Hartford School District- District Enrollment
- 16,839
- Schools in District
- 41
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,687
- District Rank
- #28 of 39
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