Braeburn School
346 Students
Elementary School K - 5th
School Overview
Braeburn School, located at 45 Braeburn Road in West Hartford, Connecticut, is a neighborhood elementary school serving students in grades Pre-K through 5. As part of the West Hartford Public Schools district, it is committed to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic excellence, social-emotional growth, and the development of responsible global citizens. The school is known for its strong community atmosphere and active parent involvement, which play a central role in enhancing the educational experience for its students.
Academically, Braeburn utilizes a comprehensive curriculum that balances core subjects like literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies with enrichment opportunities in the arts, physical education, and technology. The faculty focuses on differentiated instruction to meet the diverse needs of their student population, ensuring that every child is challenged and supported. With a clear focus on the "Braeburn Way"—a set of core values promoting kindness, respect, and responsibility—the school strives to create a safe, engaging space where students can thrive both inside and outside the classroom.
Academically, Braeburn utilizes a comprehensive curriculum that balances core subjects like literacy, mathematics, science, and social studies with enrichment opportunities in the arts, physical education, and technology. The faculty focuses on differentiated instruction to meet the diverse needs of their student population, ensuring that every child is challenged and supported. With a clear focus on the "Braeburn Way"—a set of core values promoting kindness, respect, and responsibility—the school strives to create a safe, engaging space where students can thrive both inside and outside the classroom.
346
Total Students
28.8
Full-Time Teachers
12.0
Student/Teacher Ratio
11.6%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics
Student Demographics Data Table
| Demographic | Student Count |
|---|---|
| White | 245 |
| Hispanic | 33 |
| Black | 19 |
| Asian | 22 |
| Two or More | 27 |
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White245 (70.8 %)
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Hispanic33 (9.5 %)
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Two or More27 (7.8 %)
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Asian22 (6.4 %)
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Black19 (5.5 %)
School Location
School Details
| Status: | Open |
|---|---|
| School Level: | Elementary School |
| School Type: | Regular School |
| Charter Status:* | Public Non-Charter |
| Virtual Instruction: | Supplemental Virtual |
| Shared Time Status: | No |
| District: | West Hartford School District |
| Phone: | (860)561-2200 |
| Website: | http://braeburn.whps.org |
| Grade Range: | K - 5th |
| Total Students: | 346 |
| Full-Time Teachers (FTE): | 28.8 |
| Pupil/Teacher Ratio: | 12.0 |
| NSLP Participation:1 | Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO |
| Qualified Free Lunch: | 32 |
| Qualified Reduced Lunch: | 8 |
Grades Taught
Kindergarten
53
Grade 1
56
Grade 2
66
Grade 3
48
Grade 4
62
Grade 5
61
Grades Taught Data Table
| Grade | Student Count |
|---|---|
| Kindergarten | 53 |
| Grade 1 | 56 |
| Grade 2 | 66 |
| Grade 3 | 48 |
| Grade 4 | 62 |
| Grade 5 | 61 |
Gender Ratio
Student Gender Ratio Data Table
| Gender | Student Count | Percentage |
|---|---|---|
| Female | 174 | 50.3% |
| Male | 172 | 49.7% |
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