Connecticut IB Academy is an interdistrict magnet school located in East Hartford, Connecticut. It is next door to East Hartford High School; the two are connected by a bridge.
Serving 200 students in grades 9-12, Connecticut Ib Academy ranks in the top 20% 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 50-59% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 9-12
- Enrollment: 200 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Connecticut Ib Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Connecticut Ib Academy's student population of 200 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 9-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
200 students
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Year Founded
1999
School Calendar
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 25, 2026
School Motto
Scire Non Satis Est - To Know is Not Enough
School Rankings
Connecticut Ib Academy ranks within the top 20% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Connecticut Ib Academy is 0.74, which is more 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
#165 out of 939 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
33%
32%
Black
35%
12%
White
15%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
89%
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
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 Connecticut Ib Academy's ranking?
Connecticut Ib Academy is ranked #165 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Connecticut Ib Academy?
The graduation rate of Connecticut Ib Academy is 90%, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 89%.
How many students attend Connecticut Ib Academy?
200 students attend Connecticut Ib Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Connecticut Ib Academy students are Black, 33% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Connecticut Ib Academy?
Connecticut Ib Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Connecticut Ib Academy offer ?
Connecticut Ib Academy offers enrollment in grades 9-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Connecticut Ib Academy part of?
Connecticut Ib Academy is part of East Hartford School District.
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