GREATER HARTFORD ACADEMY OF THE ARTS MAGNET MIDDLE SCHOOL

Greater Hartford Academy of the Arts Magnet Middle is a Title I public middle school that is part of the Capitol Region Education Council school district, located in Hartford, CT with about 339 students offering grade levels from 6th Grade to 8th 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 30 teachers, Greater Hartford Academy of the Arts Magnet Middle has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Greater Hartford Academy of the Arts Magnet Middle School (GHAA-MM), located in the historic Colt Building in Hartford, is a specialized magnet school operated by the Capitol Region Education Council (CREC). The school serves students in grades 6 through 8, offering a rigorous academic curriculum that is uniquely integrated with intensive pre-professional arts training. By blending core subjects like math, science, and humanities with a daily focus on artistic disciplines, the school aims to cultivate both intellectual curiosity and technical skill in its students.

The academy provides a collaborative, creative environment where students can specialize in various art forms—including dance, music, theater, and visual arts—under the guidance of professional teaching artists. Because it is a magnet school, it draws a diverse student body from across the Greater Hartford region, fostering an inclusive community centered on self-expression and innovation. Its location and curriculum are designed to prepare young students not only for high school arts programs but also for success in a global society that increasingly values creativity and critical thinking.

For more information, contact Greater Hartford Academy of the Arts Magnet Middle at (860) 724-0685 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.