Robert J. O'brien School

Robert J. O'Brien School is an elementary school located in East Hartford, Connecticut, with a warm and welcoming atmosphere for its 339 students from kindergarten through fifth grade. The school offers a supportive environment with a student-to-teacher ratio of 12.6:1, ensuring that each child receives individual attention and care.

With 27 full-time equivalent teachers on staff, the dedicated faculty works hard to meet the needs of every student. While the academic performance metrics indicate there is room for growth—particularly in ELA/Reading with 23% proficiency or above and Math with 14% proficient or above—the school remains committed to fostering a nurturing educational experience. The school's MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 places it in the lower half of Connecticut schools, but this does not reflect the heartfelt efforts of its staff to support each child’s development.

Robert J. O'Brien School is situated in a small city setting within East Hartford, offering students opportunities to engage with their community and develop a sense of place and belonging.

While current test scores at Robert J. O'brien School are below average, the school shows strong growth metrics — meaning students are making above-average progress year over year. This upward trajectory can be a positive indicator for families who value a school's ability to help students improve, even if absolute scores haven't caught up yet.