Serving 311 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Sanchez School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 97% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sanchez School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Sanchez School's student population of 311 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
311 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Year Founded
2025
School Rankings
Sanchez School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Sanchez School is 0.30, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#813 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
83%
32%
Black
12%
12%
White
3%
46%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.4%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sanchez School's ranking?
Sanchez School is ranked #813 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Sanchez School?
311 students attend Sanchez School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Sanchez School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 3% of students are White, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Sanchez School?
Sanchez School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sanchez School offer ?
Sanchez School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sanchez School part of?
Sanchez School is part of Hartford School District.
In what neighborhood is Sanchez School located?
Sanchez School is located in the Frog Hollow neighborhood of Hartford, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in Frog Hollow.
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