Serving 363 students in grades 6-8, Capt. Nathan Hale School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher 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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Capt. Nathan Hale School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Capt. Nathan Hale School's student population of 363 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
363 students
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Year Founded
1956
Colors
Green and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Nathan Hale: Scholar-Teacher-Soldier-Martyr
School Rankings
Capt. Nathan Hale School ranks within the top 30% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Capt. Nathan Hale School is 0.33, 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
#251 out of 939 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
10%
32%
Black
1%
12%
White
81%
46%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Capt. Nathan Hale School's ranking?
Capt. Nathan Hale School is ranked #251 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Capt. Nathan Hale School often compared to?
Capt. Nathan Hale Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Timothy Edwards School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Capt. Nathan Hale School?
363 students attend Capt. Nathan Hale School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Capt. Nathan Hale School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Capt. Nathan Hale School?
Capt. Nathan Hale School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Capt. Nathan Hale School offer ?
Capt. Nathan Hale School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Capt. Nathan Hale School part of?
Capt. Nathan Hale School is part of Coventry School District.
In what neighborhood is Capt. Nathan Hale School located?
Capt. Nathan Hale School is located in the South Coventry neighborhood of Coventry, CT. There are 2 other public schools located in South Coventry.
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