Betances STEM Magnet School vs Montessori Magnet School
A head-to-head comparison of two schools in Connecticut, United States, 1.3 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Betances STEM Magnet School
Hartford · Public middle · Grades 5–8
206 students
Montessori Magnet School
Hartford · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
358 students
| Measure | Betances STEM Magnet School Hartford, Connecticut | Montessori Magnet School Hartford, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #159 of 178 | #494 of 596 |
| National rank | #11222 of 15,369 | #36269 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 5–8 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 206 | 358 |
| Enrollment | 206 | 358 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 73.3% | 60.3% |
| Students per teacher | 12.9 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 38% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 28% | 27% |
| city | Hartford | Hartford |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (33.3 vs 33.5).
- •Betances STEM Magnet School does better on math proficiency (28% vs 27%).
- •Betances STEM Magnet School does better on reading proficiency (38% vs 37%).
- •Montessori Magnet School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.3% vs 73.3%).
- •Betances STEM Magnet School does better on students per teacher (12.9 vs 14.9).
- •Montessori Magnet School is the larger school with 358 students compared with 206.
The Success Index (US) summarises published results and context from official data. It does not measure teaching quality or fit. Methodology.
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Frequently asked questions
Is Betances STEM Magnet School better than Montessori Magnet School?
The two schools are very close on the Success Index (US). Differences in sector, size, programmes and distance from home will matter more than the score.
How far apart are Betances STEM Magnet School and Montessori Magnet School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Hartford and Hartford in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Betances STEM Magnet School: 206. Montessori Magnet School: 358. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Betances STEM Magnet School and Montessori Magnet School rank in Connecticut?
Betances STEM Magnet School is 159th of 178 and Montessori Magnet School is 494th of 596 among middle schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).