School Overview
Classical Magnet School, located in Hartford, Connecticut, is a specialized magnet school that offers a rigorous, college-preparatory curriculum rooted in the classical tradition. Serving students from grades 6 through 12, the school emphasizes a liberal arts education that focuses on the study of the "Great Books," Western civilization, and the development of strong critical thinking and analytical skills. Its academic program is designed to challenge students through a combination of challenging core coursework and a deliberate focus on foundational intellectual skills, such as rhetoric, logic, and public speaking.

Beyond its academic focus, Classical Magnet is known for its diverse student body, which is drawn from Hartford and surrounding suburban towns to foster an integrated and inclusive learning environment. The school provides a variety of extracurricular opportunities, including interscholastic athletics, arts programs, and academic clubs, all intended to complement its demanding curriculum. By maintaining small class sizes and a structured, disciplined environment, Classical Magnet aims to prepare its graduates for success in highly competitive universities and to develop them into well-rounded, informed citizens.
445
Total Students
39.2
Full-Time Teachers
11.4
Student/Teacher Ratio
76.2%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Classical Magnet School
Demographic Student Count
White33
Hispanic213
Black173
Asian5
Two or More18
Pacific Islander2
  • Hispanic
    213 (48.0 %)
  • Black
    173 (39.0 %)
  • White
    33 (7.4 %)
  • Two or More
    18 (4.1 %)
  • Asian
    5 (1.1 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    2 (0.5 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: High School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: Hartford School District
Phone: (860)695-9100
Website: http://www.classicalmagnet.org/
Grade Range: 6th - 12th
Total Students: 445
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 39.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.4
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 323
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 16
Grades Taught
Grade 6 43
Grade 7 49
Grade 8 52
Grade 9 104
Grade 10 73
Grade 11 76
Grade 12 48

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Classical Magnet School
Grade Student Count
Grade 643
Grade 749
Grade 852
Grade 9104
Grade 1073
Grade 1176
Grade 1248
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Classical Magnet School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female25757.8%
Male18742%
Not Specified10.2%
Nearby High Schools (Within 10 Miles)