Needs Improvement
#885 of 990 schools in CT
Wish Museum School
Elementary School · Hartford School District
104 Vine Street, Hartford, CT 06112
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
299
Student-Teacher
11.1:1
Score
3.9
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#885 of 990
In Hartford
#28 of 42
public schools
In district
#27 of 39
Hartford School District
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About Wish Museum School
Wish Museum School is a public elementary school in Hartford, CT, part of Hartford School District. Wish Museum School serves approximately 299 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Wish Museum School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 3.9 out of 10 and ranks #885 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for Wish Museum School show 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 3.9 · Needs Improvement
- District avg 4.7
- CT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
45% of students at Wish Museum 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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Wish Museum School — Students at Wish Museum School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 11%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
90.3%
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: 3.8/10.
How Wish Museum School Compares
See how Wish Museum School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
104 Vine Street, Hartford, CT 06112
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Wish Museum School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Breakthrough Magnet School North (rated 7.0/10, 0.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is HARTFORD ADVENTIST ACADEMY (rated 5.7/10, 0.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, STEM Magnet at Annie Fisher School (rated 5.6/10, 1.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Hartford, see our Hartford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 1.2 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| HARTFORD ADVENTIST ACADEMY Hartford | 0.4 mi | 5.7 |
| Global Communications Academy Hartford | 0.6 mi | 3.3 |
| Hartford PreKindergarten Magnet School: North Campus Hartford | 0.6 mi | 3.0 |
| M. L. King Jr. Middle School Hartford | 0.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Breakthrough Magnet School North Hartford | 0.5 mi | 7.0 |
| Achievement First Hartford Academy Hartford | 0.5 mi | 5.4 |
| SAND School Hartford | 0.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Jumoke Academy Hartford | 1.0 mi | 4.6 |
| OAK HILL SCHOOL Hartford | 1.0 mi | 7.2 |
| TRINITY ACADEMY OF HARTFORD Hartford | 1.0 mi | 7.0 |
| COVENANT PREPARATORY SCHOOL Hartford | 1.0 mi | — |
| Capital Preparatory Magnet School Hartford | 0.9 mi | 2.8 |
| West Middle School Hartford | 1.0 mi | 5.1 |
| Classical Magnet School Hartford | 1.0 mi | 5.7 |
| Renzulli Gifted and Talented Academy Hartford | 1.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Rawson School Hartford | 1.1 mi | 3.6 |
| EAGLE HOUSE EDUCATION PROGRAM Hartford | 1.1 mi | — |
| Burns Latino Studies Academy Hartford | 1.5 mi | 4.1 |
| Hartford PreKindergarten Magnet School: South Campus Hartford | 1.5 mi | — |
| STEM Magnet at Annie Fisher School Hartford | 1.2 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood 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
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dunbar Hill School Hamden, CT | 3.9 |
| Edison School Bridgeport, CT | 3.9 |
| Kendall College & Career Academy Norwalk, CT | 3.9 |
| Northend Elementary School New Britain, CT | 3.9 |
| Sterling Community School Sterling, CT | 3.9 |
| Classical Studies Academy Bridgeport, CT | 4.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Wish Museum School
What grades does Wish Museum School serve?
Wish Museum School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Wish Museum School?
Wish Museum School has an enrollment of approximately 299 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Wish Museum School?
The student-teacher ratio at Wish Museum School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Wish Museum School rank in CT?
Wish Museum School ranks #885 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Wish Museum School's MySchoolScout rating?
Wish Museum School 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 Wish Museum School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Wish Museum School has 20% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 20% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Wish Museum School a charter school?
No, Wish Museum School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Wish Museum School a Title I school?
No, Wish Museum School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Wish Museum School?
90.3% of students at Wish Museum 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
- 299
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 90.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize City
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 1
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 45.2%
- Phone
- (860) 695-5600
Resources & Links
District
Hartford School District- District Enrollment
- 16,839
- Schools in District
- 41
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,687
- District Rank
- #27 of 39
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