GLASTONBURY/EAST HARTFORD MAGNET SCHOOL

Glastonbury/East Hartford Magnet School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Capitol Region Education Council school district, located in Glastonbury, CT with about 457 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 32 teachers, Glastonbury/East Hartford Magnet School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The Glastonbury-East Hartford Magnet School (GEHMS) is a specialized elementary school operating under the Capitol Region Education Council (CREC) in Connecticut. The school is defined by its unique collaborative model, which partners the suburban community of Glastonbury with the urban district of East Hartford. By integrating a diverse student population from both towns, the school creates a culturally and socioeconomically inclusive environment designed to foster academic excellence while promoting social understanding and community connection.

Academically, the school emphasizes a hands-on, inquiry-based approach to learning. Its curriculum is often characterized by a focus on interdisciplinary projects that encourage students to think critically and solve real-world problems. By providing a high-quality, specialized education in a modern facility, the Glastonbury-East Hartford Magnet School aims to prepare students for success in a global society while simultaneously serving as a model for inter-district cooperation and educational equity in the region.

For more information, contact Glastonbury/East Hartford Magnet School at (860) 633-4455 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.