Connecticut River Academy at Goodwin University

Summary:

Connecticut River Academy at Goodwin University is a public magnet high school serving grades 6-12 in East Hartford, Connecticut, with a diverse student population of 664 students in the 2023-2024 school year. The school is part of the Goodwin University Educational Services (GUES) district, which is ranked 157 out of 158 districts in the state and has a 0-star rating from SchoolDigger.

Despite its diverse student body, Connecticut River Academy consistently underperforms the state and district averages on standardized tests across all grade levels and subject areas. In 2023-2024, only 17.8% of 6th graders were proficient in ELA, compared to the state average of 48.1%, and in math, the proficiency rates were even lower, with only 9-10% of 6th-8th graders meeting the standard, compared to the state averages of 38-41%. The school's statewide ranking is very low, placing 139 out of 145 Connecticut high schools in 2023-2024 and receiving a 0-star rating from SchoolDigger, significantly lower than nearby schools like Hartford Public High School (111th) and Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy (93rd). The school's performance for African American students is particularly concerning, ranking 23rd out of 24 high schools in the state in 2023-2024.

The school's challenges extend beyond academic performance, with a very high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch at 70.48% in 2022-2023, significantly higher than the state average. Additionally, the school's enrollment has decreased from 664 students in 2022-2023 to 664 students in 2023-2024, a concerning trend that may impact the school's resources and funding. Connecticut River Academy is located in close proximity to several other high schools, including Hartford Public High School, Connecticut IB Academy, East Hartford High School, and Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy, suggesting significant competition for students and resources in the area. The Goodwin University Educational Services district, which oversees Connecticut River Academy, has a very low ranking and 0-star rating, indicating potential challenges with funding and resource allocation.


Detail:

Public, Magnet 6-12

 9 Riverside Drive
       East Hartford, CT  06118


(860) 913-2200

District: Goodwin University Educational Services (GUES)

SchoolDigger Rank:
139th of 145 Connecticut High Schools


Student/teacher ratio:  12.8 Help
Number of students:  664

Racial breakdown:

Hispanic:
47.6%
African American:
31.3%
White:
12.2%
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Free/discounted lunch recipients:  70.5% Help


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Compare Details Connecticut River Academy at Goodwin University ranks worse than 86.8% of middle schools in Connecticut. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 10.44. (See more...)
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Compare Details Connecticut River Academy at Goodwin University ranks worse than 95.9% of high schools in Connecticut. (See more...)
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Compare Details In 2024 the calculated Average Standard Score was 6.06. (See more...)
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Schooldigger 2024 Rankings:

Connecticut River Academy at Goodwin University:

SchoolDigger ranks Connecticut River Academy at Goodwin University 217th of 250 Connecticut public middle schools. (See Connecticut River Academy at Goodwin University in the ranking list.)

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Hispanic students:

SchoolDigger ranks Connecticut River Academy at Goodwin University 139th of 145 Connecticut public high schools. (See Connecticut River Academy at Goodwin University in the ranking list.)

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Goodwin University Educational Services (GUES):

SchoolDigger ranks Goodwin University Educational Services (GUES) 157th of 158 Connecticut school districts. (See district ranking list.)


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Rank History for Connecticut River Academy at Goodwin University

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Rank History for all middle school students at Connecticut River Academy at Goodwin University

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools CT State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 10.44 217th 250 13.2%
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Rank History for middle school Hispanic students at Connecticut River Academy at Goodwin University

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked Middle Schools CT State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 24.14 81st 104 22.1%
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Data source: test scores: Connecticut Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

Rank History for Connecticut River Academy at Goodwin University

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Rank History for all high school students at Connecticut River Academy at Goodwin University

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools CT State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 6.06 139th 145 4.1%
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Rank History for high school African American students at Connecticut River Academy at Goodwin University

Year Avg Standard Score Statewide Rank Total # Ranked High Schools CT State Percentile SchoolDigger Rating
2024 20.70 23rd 24 4.2%
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Data source: test scores: Connecticut Department of Education, rankings: SchoolDigger.com

As you review the school rankings data, please be aware that some of the information from certain demographics is missing. The reason for this omission is that the data has been redacted from the source data itself due to low population samples in these specific demographic groups.

Redacting data from low population samples is a necessary step to ensure the reliability and accuracy of the results, as small sample sizes may not be representative of the broader population. Additionally, this measure helps protect the privacy of individuals belonging to these demographic groups.

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Enrollment information for Connecticut River Academy at Goodwin University

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Year White African American Asian Hispanic American Indian Pacific Islander Two or More Races Not Specified Total
2022 77 156 18 308 1 0 24 0 584
2023 81 208 17 316 0 0 37 5 664

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Enrollment/Ethnicity

For more information about how the Department of Education defines ethnicity, see Defining Race and Ethnicity Data, National Center for Education Statistics

Students eligible for free or discounted lunch at Connecticut River Academy at Goodwin University

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2022 584 40.8 14.3 0.5
2023 664 51.6 12.8 70.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Students eligible for discounted/free lunch:

The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides low-cost or free meals to students in U.S. public and nonprofit private schools based on household income. Those with incomes below 130% of the poverty line receive free lunch, while those between 130% and 185% qualify for reduced-price lunch. The percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch serves as a marker for poverty, as it reflects the socioeconomic status of families in a given school or district. A higher FRPL rate typically indicates a higher concentration of low-income families, suggesting that the school or district may face additional challenges in providing adequate resources and support for student success.

Student/Teacher Ratio Connecticut River Academy at Goodwin University

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Year # Students Full-time Teachers Student/Teacher ratio % Free/Discounted Lunch
2022 584 40.8 14.3 0.5
2023 664 51.6 12.8 70.5

Data source: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Dept of Education.

About Student-Teacher Ratio

Student/teacher ratio is calculated by dividing the total number of students by the total number of full-time equivalent teachers. Please note that a smaller student/teacher ratio does not necessarily translate to smaller class size. In some instances, schools hire teachers part time, and some teachers are hired for specialized instruction with very small class sizes. These and other factors contribute to the student/teacher ratio. Note: For private schools, Student/teacher ratio may not include Pre-Kindergarten.
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Per Pupil Expenditures for Connecticut River Academy at Goodwin University

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YearTotal Expenditures Per Pupil
2022 $18,089
2023 $18,437

Data source: Connecticut Department of Education


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In the 2022-23 school year, 664 students attended Connecticut River Academy at Goodwin University.

Students at Connecticut River Academy at Goodwin University are 48% Hispanic, 31% African American, 12% White, 6% Two or more races, 3% Asian.

Connecticut River Academy at Goodwin University ranks in the bottom 4.1% of Connecticut high schools.


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SchoolDigger data sources: National Center for Education Statistics, U.S. Department of Education, the U.S. Census Bureau and the Connecticut Department of Education.

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