Burr Middle 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.
Burr Middle School
Hartford · Public middle · Grades 6–8
259 students
Montessori Magnet School
Hartford · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
358 students
| Measure | Burr Middle School Hartford, Connecticut | Montessori Magnet School Hartford, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 15 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #178 of 178 | #494 of 596 |
| National rank | #14535 of 15,369 | #36269 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Middle | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades 6–8 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 259 | 358 |
| Enrollment | 259 | 358 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 81.9% | 60.3% |
| Students per teacher | 14.4 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 12% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 10% | 27% |
| city | Hartford | Hartford |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Montessori Magnet School scores higher on the Success Index (US) (33.5 vs 15.2).
- •Montessori Magnet School does better on math proficiency (27% vs 10%).
- •Montessori Magnet School does better on reading proficiency (37% vs 12%).
- •Montessori Magnet School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.3% vs 81.9%).
- •Burr Middle School does better on students per teacher (14.4 vs 14.9).
- •Montessori Magnet School is the larger school with 358 students compared with 259.
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 Burr Middle School better than Montessori Magnet School?
On the Success Index (US), Montessori Magnet School ranks higher (33.5 vs 15.2 out of 100). The index is built from published results and context data, not from teaching quality or fit, so visit both schools before deciding.
How far apart are Burr Middle School and Montessori Magnet School?
About 1.3 km in a straight line, between Hartford and Hartford in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Burr Middle School: 259. Montessori Magnet School: 358. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Burr Middle School and Montessori Magnet School rank in Connecticut?
Burr Middle School is 178th of 178 and Montessori Magnet School is 494th of 596 among middle schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).