Below Average
#789 of 990 schools in CT
Sanchez School
Elementary School · Hartford School District
176 Babcock Street, Hartford, CT 06106
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
332
Student-Teacher
11.4:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#789 of 990
In Hartford
#18 of 42
public schools
In district
#17 of 39
Hartford School District
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Sanchez School
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About Sanchez School
Sanchez School is a public elementary school in Hartford, CT, part of Hartford School District. Sanchez School serves approximately 332 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Sanchez School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #789 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for Sanchez School show 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 4.7
- CT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
31% of students at Sanchez 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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Sanchez School — Students at Sanchez School score 14% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 14%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
86.1%
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: 4.2/10.
How Sanchez School Compares
See how Sanchez School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
176 Babcock Street, Hartford, CT 06106
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Sanchez School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Betances Learning Lab Magnet School (rated 8.2/10, 0.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is West Middle School (rated 5.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Expeditionary Learning Academy at Moylan School (rated 5.1/10, 1.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Hartford, see our Hartford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 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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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Sanchez School
What grades does Sanchez School serve?
Sanchez School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Sanchez School?
Sanchez School has an enrollment of approximately 332 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Sanchez School?
The student-teacher ratio at Sanchez School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Sanchez School rank in CT?
Sanchez School ranks #789 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Sanchez School's MySchoolScout rating?
Sanchez School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 Sanchez School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Sanchez School has 30% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 24% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Sanchez School a charter school?
No, Sanchez School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Sanchez School a Title I school?
No, Sanchez School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Sanchez School?
86.1% of students at Sanchez 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
- 332
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 29
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 86.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 1
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 31.3%
- Phone
- (860) 695-4940
Resources & Links
District
Hartford School District- District Enrollment
- 16,839
- Schools in District
- 41
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,687
- District Rank
- #17 of 39
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