Serving 228 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Burns Latino Studies Academy 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is ≤5% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 228 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: ≤5% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Burns Latino Studies Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Burns Latino Studies Academy's student population of 228 students has declined by 51% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 37% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
228 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Burns Latino Studies Academy 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 Burns Latino Studies Academy is 0.44, 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
#917 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
≤5%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
73%
31%
Black
17%
12%
White
8%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
87%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
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 Burns Latino Studies Academy's ranking?
Burns Latino Studies Academy is ranked #917 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while ≤5% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Burns Latino Studies Academy?
228 students attend Burns Latino Studies Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Burns Latino Studies Academy students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 8% 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 Burns Latino Studies Academy?
Burns Latino Studies Academy has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Burns Latino Studies Academy offer ?
Burns Latino Studies Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Burns Latino Studies Academy part of?
Burns Latino Studies Academy is part of Hartford School District.
In what neighborhood is Burns Latino Studies Academy located?
Burns Latino Studies Academy is located in the Frog Hollow neighborhood of Hartford, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in Frog Hollow.
School Reviews
1 3/25/2020
The school is a bad. Teachers are leaving on the daily. It's just pure mayhem.
5 7/19/2016
I must say to look at the school, it's not much. But once inside you uncover a whole new avenue. A place where you see children wanting to learn, setting goals for themselves. Unaware of the potential they have. I see students as our future and love that my son is having this learning experience here.
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