Summary:
The East Hartford School District in Connecticut is home to two high schools: East Hartford High School and Connecticut IB Academy. While both schools serve students in grades 9-12, they exhibit stark differences in academic performance and student demographics.
The standout school in the district is the Connecticut IB Academy, which has consistently ranked among the top high schools in Connecticut and maintained a 4 or 5-star rating from SchoolDigger. In contrast, East Hartford High School has struggled, ranking in the bottom third of Connecticut high schools in recent years and receiving only a 1 or 2-star rating. The school's academic performance, as measured by proficiency rates on standardized tests, is significantly below the state average.
The demographic differences between the two schools may contribute to the performance gap. East Hartford High School has a more diverse student population, with a higher percentage of African American and Hispanic students, while Connecticut IB Academy has a higher percentage of White and Asian students. Additionally, East Hartford High School has a higher percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a higher proportion of economically disadvantaged students. These factors, combined with the consistent high performance of Connecticut IB Academy, suggest that the East Hartford School District may need to examine its resource allocation and implement targeted strategies to improve educational outcomes, particularly at East Hartford High School.
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