Capital Preparatory Magnet School

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Capital Preparatory Magnet School

Public Pre-K, Elementary, Middle, High School | Grade Pre-K-12
1304 Main St,  Hartford, CT
Hartford School District
3.2
2.2
580 Students
C-
Niche Grade

School Details

Head of School
Dr Kitsia H Ferguson
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Average SAT Score
970
Math Proficiency
18%
Reading Proficiency
22%
Average GPA
3.3
Graduation Rate
90%

Niche Grade

C-
Academics
C+
Teachers
C+
College Prep
C-
Administration
C
Resources/Facilities
C
Clubs and Activities
A-
Sports
C
Food
Source: Niche
Niche Grades

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Niche Grade Details

Academics
Average GPA
3.3
Reading Proficiency
22%
Math Proficiency
18%
Teachers
Student Teacher Ratio
17:1
Teachers
34
Full Time Teachers
34
Teachers in First or Second Year
21.9%
College Prep
Average SAT
970
Math
480
Verbal
490
Number of AP Courses
1
AP Math Enrollment
High
AP Science Enrollment
Very Low
Other AP Enrollment
Very Low
Clubs and Activities
Girls Athletic Participation
Very Low
Boys Athletic Participation
Low

GreatSchools Rating

Source: GreatSchools
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Test Scores

Math
13.6%
State Average
48.1%
GreatSchools Test Scores Rating
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The Test Score Rating reflects annual state test results for this school compared with scores statewide.

Teachers and Staff

Students Per Counselor
660:1

Student Diversity

Male
50.2%
Female
49.8%
Black
60%
Hispanic
32.1%
Two or more races
4.7%
White
1.7%
Asian or Pacific Islander
1.6%

Specialty School Programs

AP Programs Offered
IB Programs Offered
Free/Reduced Lunch Offered
Athletics Program

Colleges Students are Considering

Students are most interested in or go on to attend these colleges.
University of Connecticut 85 Students
Southern Connecticut State University 59 Students
University of Hartford 57 Students
Central Connecticut State University 53 Students
Western New England University 44 Students
Quinnipiac University 42 Students
University of New Haven 42 Students
Eastern Connecticut State University 36 Students
Howard University 31 Students
Boston University 30 Students

What Students Want to Study

Niche users from this school are most interested in the following majors.
Business 26 Students
Psychology 21 Students
Nursing 21 Students
Biology 15 Students
Pre-Medicine Studies 13 Students
Small Business Management 13 Students
Social Work and Youth Services 12 Students
Political Science and Government 11 Students
Criminology 10 Students
Accounting 9 Students

This School’s Reviews

Niche Reviews
3.2 93 Reviews
4.0 Senior
8/19/2025
My experience with Capital Prep has had its ups and downs but overall, the school can be better. I believe that over time, the school will grow.
3.0 Senior
1/29/2025
My elementary school experience was ok but as a student with dyslexia middle school and high school was a nightmare. The support for students with special needs is almost non existent because there is one special education teacher for grades 8 to 12. There are funding problems and administration problems. The lack of support for students with special needs must be addressed. Change in this area is essential for special needs students to succeed.
2.0 Junior
1/24/2025
The school isn't up to the expectations. They care about uniform more then your academics, they throw opportunities at you but require you to pay. We barely have field trips, and we have lack of resources and funding.
GreatSchools Reviews
2.2 6 Reviews
1.0 parent
9/3/2022
This school is a disgrace. My kids went when Steve Perry had just opened it. After he left, the place started falling apart. I pulled my kids in their junior year. I have heard it is even worse now. Research before enrolling your kids here.
5.0 parent
1/30/2014
My two daughters (grades 5 & 8) are in their second year. We chose Capital Prep over our suburban school and have been very happy. The girls love their school. We are thrilled with the high expectations (and don't mind the strict rules, including uniform adherence, which is made very clear to all pa...
1.0 other
12/23/2013
The intentions of this schools seem positive but its not. It is important to have a staff that understands curriculum. It does not seem to be the case in this school. The atmosphere is somewhat hostile, I do believe that every child should be entitled to an atmosphere that focuses on discipline and...
1.0 parent
10/2/2013
I regret that I did not do more research on this school prior to sending my child here. The Board Of Education allows mayhem to take place even after presenting solid evidence of the horrific things that go on there. The Senior class is whittled down to a handful of students to give the appearance o...

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Capital Preparatory Magnet School is a public school for students in grades Pre-K-12 in Hartford, CT and is served by the Hartford School District in Connecticut. Annual tuition is $0. The school has a total enrollment of 580 and maintains a student-teacher ratio of 17:1. Academic records show that 18% of students achieve proficiency in math, and 22% are proficient in reading. Capital Preparatory Magnet School has received feedback and ratings, with a Niche grade of C- and a GreatSchools Rating of 3 out of 10. The average GPA is 3.3, the graduation rate is 90%, and the average SAT score is 970. The average home value in this area is $226,501. Discover additional schools in the area, like Ib Global Communications Academy, Regions Staff-Secure Hartford, Regions Secure Hartford, and more. Learn more about what Hartford has to offer, and browse homes for sale and for rent near Capital Preparatory Magnet School.

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