Environmental Sciences Magnet at Hooker School vs Montessori Magnet School
A head-to-head comparison of two elementary schools in Connecticut, United States, 1.6 km apart, using official American 2025 data. The better value in each row is highlighted.
Environmental Sciences Magnet at Hooker School
Hartford · Public elementary · Grades PK–8
547 students
Montessori Magnet School
Hartford · Public elementary · Grades PK–6
358 students
| Measure | Environmental Sciences Magnet at Hooker School Hartford, Connecticut | Montessori Magnet School Hartford, Connecticut |
|---|---|---|
| Success Index (US) | 33 Lower 50% | 34 Lower 50% |
| State rank | #498 of 596 | #494 of 596 |
| National rank | #36496 of 50,301 | #36269 of 50,301 |
| Sector | Public | Public |
| Type | Elementary | Elementary |
| Year range | Grades PK–8 | Grades PK–6 |
| Students | 547 | 358 |
| Enrollment | 547 | 358 |
| Free/reduced-price lunch | 74.4% | 60.3% |
| Students per teacher | 16.6 | 14.9 |
| Reading proficiency | 41% | 37% |
| Math proficiency | 37% | 27% |
| city | Hartford | Hartford |
| state | Connecticut | Connecticut |
| Website | – | – |
The verdict
- •Both schools have almost identical Success Index (US) scores (33.1 vs 33.5).
- •Environmental Sciences Magnet at Hooker School does better on math proficiency (37% vs 27%).
- •Environmental Sciences Magnet at Hooker School does better on reading proficiency (41% vs 37%).
- •Montessori Magnet School does better on community advantage (fewer free/reduced-price lunch) (60.3% vs 74.4%).
- •Montessori Magnet School does better on students per teacher (14.9 vs 16.6).
- •Environmental Sciences Magnet at Hooker School is the larger school with 547 students compared with 358.
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 Environmental Sciences Magnet at Hooker 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 Environmental Sciences Magnet at Hooker School and Montessori Magnet School?
About 1.6 km in a straight line, between Hartford and Hartford in Connecticut.
Which has the better Enrollment?
Environmental Sciences Magnet at Hooker School: 547. Montessori Magnet School: 358. Students enrolled in the latest NCES directory year.
How do Environmental Sciences Magnet at Hooker School and Montessori Magnet School rank in Connecticut?
Environmental Sciences Magnet at Hooker School is 498th of 596 and Montessori Magnet School is 494th of 596 among elementary schools in Connecticut on the 2025 Success Index (US).