Serving 116 students in grades 4-8, Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-8
- Enrollment: 116 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
School Overview
Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy's student population of 116 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
116 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
School Rankings
Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy ranks within the top 10% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy is 0.73, which is more 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
#92 out of 939 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
28%
31%
Black
34%
12%
White
28%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy's ranking?
Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy is ranked #92 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy?
116 students attend Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy students are Black, 28% of students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy?
Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy offer ?
Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy offers enrollment in grades 4-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy part of?
Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy is part of Hartford School District.
In what neighborhood is Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy located?
Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy is located in the Asylum Hill neighborhood of Hartford, CT. There are 4 other public schools located in Asylum Hill.
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