Hartford Public Schools operates 47 schools (grades PK–12). Individual school names, addresses, and attendance zone boundaries are available directly from the district.
| Metric | Hartford Public Schools | National Average | Comparison |
|---|---|---|---|
| Student Enrollment | 18,000 | 3,700 | ↑ Larger than avg |
| Number of Schools | 47 | 6 | Varies by district |
| Per-Pupil Spending | $18,000/yr | $13,700/yr | ↑ 31% above avg |
| District Type | Public School District | Public District | — |
| Overall Rating | 1/10 — Poor | — | Below average |
- M. D. Fox School — Grades PK–5 · 562 students
- Betances Learning Lab Magnet School — Grades PK–4 · 398 students
- Naylor/CCSU Leadership Academy — Grades PK–5 · 372 students
- Parkville Community School — Grades PK–5 · 351 students
- Expeditionary Learning Academy at Moylan School — Grades PK–5 · 342 students
- Sanchez School — Grades PK–5 · 311 students
- Wish Museum School — Grades PK–5 · 297 students
- West Middle School — Grades PK–5 · 289 students
- Breakthrough Magnet School North — Grades PK–5 · 289 students
- SAND School — Grades PK–5 · 266 students
- Burns Latino Studies Academy — Grades PK–5 · 251 students
- Rawson School — Grades PK–5 · 198 students
- Hartford PreKindergarten Magnet School: North Campus — Grades PK–PK · 115 students
- Hartford PreKindergarten Magnet School: South Campus — Grades PK–PK · 112 students
- McDonough Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 301 students
- Milner Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 261 students
- Burr Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 259 students
- Betances STEM Magnet School — Grades 5–8 · 206 students
- M. L. King Jr. Middle School — Grades 6–8 · 184 students
- Weaver High School — Grades 9–12 · 721 students
- Hartford Public High School — Grades 9–12 · 698 students
- Bulkeley High School — Grades 9–12 · 552 students
- University High School of Science and Engineering — Grades 9–12 · 406 students
- Pathways Academy of Technology and Design — Grades 9–12 · 359 students
- Great Path Academy at CT State Manchester — Grades 9–12 · 336 students
- Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: High School Campu — Grades 9–12 · 110 students
- Hartford Magnet Trinity College Academy — Grades 6–12 · 925 students
- Dwight-Bellizzi Dual Language Academy — Grades PK–8 · 651 students
- Kennelly School — Grades PK–8 · 628 students
- Webster Micro Society Magnet School — Grades PK–8 · 626 students
- Capital Preparatory Magnet School — Grades PK–12 · 580 students
- Environmental Sciences Magnet at Hooker School — Grades PK–8 · 547 students
- Sport and Medical Sciences Academy — Grades 6–12 · 463 students
- Classical Magnet School — Grades 6–12 · 438 students
- Kinsella Magnet School of Performing Arts: PK-8 Campus — Grades PK–8 · 435 students
- Global Communications Academy — Grades K–8 · 414 students
- Montessori Magnet at Fisher School — Grades PK–8 · 353 students
- STEM Magnet at Annie Fisher School — Grades K–8 · 348 students
- Montessori Magnet at Batchelder School — Grades PK–6 · 346 students
- Breakthrough Magnet School South — Grades PK–8 · 326 students
- Renzulli Gifted and Talented Academy — Grades 4–8 · 128 students
About Hartford Public Schools
Families in zip code 06106 (Hartford, Connecticut) are assigned to Hartford Public Schools for public education through 12th. This overview covers the district’s funding levels, scale, rating, and what to expect from the enrollment process if you’re moving to or within this zip code.
Funding and Resources
Per-pupil spending at Hartford Public Schools runs approximately $18,000 annually, placing it 18% below the Connecticut state average of approximately $22,000 and above the national average nationally (U.S. average: $13,700/year). Above-average spending generally translates to more instructional resources per student, stronger program variety at the middle and high school levels, and better-maintained facilities. Per-pupil spending directly affects teacher compensation, class sizes, elective course offerings, technology access, and the depth of student support services — making it one of the most meaningful structural indicators of district capacity.
District Scale and Program Breadth
Hartford Public Schools is a very large district with 47 schools serving students from Pre-K – 12th. The district enrolls approximately 18,000 students in total. Very large districts are complex systems with significant variation in school quality across attendance zones. They typically offer extensive programs — magnet schools, specialized high schools, dual-language tracks, advanced coursework — but navigating these options requires active engagement with the district.
Understanding the 1/10 Rating
SchoolDistrictFinder rates Hartford Public Schools 1 out of 10 — low-rated among Connecticut public school districts. Our ratings are based on state assessment results — the share of students scoring proficient or above in reading and math, as reported in the U.S. Department of Education’s EDFacts collection (2017–18 school year). We average each district’s reading and math proficiency, then rank it against other districts in the same state to produce a 1–10 score. Because Connecticut is compared only against itself, the rating reflects how this district performs relative to its in-state peers.
Hartford Public Schools holds a low overall rating, with reading and math proficiency among the lowest in Connecticut on state assessments. Test results reflect many factors beyond the classroom, including community and economic conditions; a low score is a signal to research carefully, not a verdict on any individual school or teacher. Families in this area should research all available alternatives: inter-district transfers, charter schools, and magnet programs. Contact the district directly to understand exactly what programs are available at your assigned school.
Enrollment for Families in Zip Code 06106
Children in zip code 06106 are assigned to Hartford Public Schools for public school enrollment, covering grades Pre-K – 12th. School assignments are address-specific — your elementary, middle, and high school placements depend on your exact street address within zip code 06106, not just your neighborhood. Two homes on opposite ends of the same zip code may be assigned to different schools within the same district.
To confirm your specific school assignments, contact Hartford Public Schools at (269)621-7001 or visit www.hpsmi.org. Typical enrollment documents include a signed lease or mortgage statement, birth certificate, state-required immunization documentation, and recent report cards or transcripts. If your child has an IEP or 504 plan, bring that documentation to enrollment — Connecticut districts are required to continue services within a reasonable period. Fall enrollment windows typically open in late winter or early spring; contact the district for exact dates and required steps.
School Districts and Home Values in Hartford
Research consistently shows that district assignment affects residential property values. Because Hartford Public Schools serves zip code 06106, buyers should factor school district quality into their overall evaluation of homes in zip code 06106. District boundaries are address-specific — verify the exact district assignment for any property you’re seriously considering rather than assuming based on the neighborhood. A single block can place two adjacent homes in different districts with different ratings and different annual property tax implications.
Use the property tax estimator on this page to calculate estimated annual tax obligations based on your target purchase price. In Connecticut, property taxes are a primary funding source for public schools — your tax payments directly support Hartford Public Schools programs and staff. Understanding both district quality and the associated tax burden is essential financial due diligence before committing to any home in zip code 06106.
Data Sources and Accuracy
All district information on this page is sourced from the NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) 2024–2025, the U.S. Department of Education’s annual census of all public school districts — the same dataset used by researchers, journalists, and policymakers to analyze American public education. District boundaries, school assignments, phone numbers, and per-pupil expenditure figures are updated annually when NCES publishes new data, typically in spring. Always verify your specific school assignment and enrollment requirements directly with Hartford Public Schools before making any housing or enrollment decision based on zip code 06106 data.