What grades does Breakthrough Magnet School South serve?

Breakthrough Magnet School South operates as a Primary school within the local district. The school serves families in the Hartford area.

Where is Breakthrough Magnet School South located?

Breakthrough Magnet School South is a urban school in Hartford, CT.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Breakthrough Magnet School South?

The student-teacher ratio at Breakthrough Magnet School South is 12.9:1. Lower ratios generally indicate smaller class sizes.

What schools are in Hartford, CT?

Schools in Hartford include Breakthrough Magnet School South and others operated by the local district. The district serves families throughout the Hartford area.

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Breakthrough Magnet School South — School Calendar 2026-27

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Upcoming Events

Oct

Fri

Home VB game vs. Milner *No Open GymEvent

Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.

Oct

Mon

Away soccer game at BurrEvent

Oct

Tue

11th graders' PSAT and 12th Graders' SAT. Testing Day examDistrict-wide

The upcoming SAT and PSAT testing dates are October 6th: 11th graders' PSAT and 12th Graders' SAT. 

Oct

Tue

soccer practiceEvent

Check the team schedule for practice times and location.

Oct

Wed

Early Release for Professional Learning/Student Dismissal 11:45 a.m. Staff DayDistrict-wide

Oct

Wed

Early Release - Staff PLhalf_dayDistrict-wide

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School Profile

Grades

PK–8

Enrollment

322

Student:Teacher

12.9:1

Locale

Urban

District

Hartford School District

Econ. Disadvantaged

69.9%

Phone

(860)695-5700

School Statistics

Academics (SY 2020-21)

ELA Proficiency

35-39%

Math Proficiency

20-24%

Chronic Absenteeism

11.3%

SY 2019-20

Technology & Internet Access (SY 2021-22)

1:1 Devices

Student devices available

Wi-Fi

Campus-wide wireless

Fiber Internet

High-speed connection

342

Connected devices

Staff & Support Services (SY 2021-22)

Teachers (FTE)

100% fully certified

Counselors

Social Workers

Nurses

Security Staff

Anti-Bullying Policy

District Finance (FY 2023)

Per-Pupil Spending

$27,687

Total current expenditure

Instruction Spending

$12,782

Per pupil, classroom only

Total Revenue/Pupil

$36,428

All funding sources

Funding Sources

Federal 9%State 65%Local 26%

District-level data from NCES F-33 Survey

Community Context

Median Home Value

$378,952

+4.9% 1yr+49.8% 5yr

Hartford, CT metro area

Community Need Level

Moderate

CDC/ATSDR Social Vulnerability Index 2022

Neighborhood Indicators (Census Tract)

17.8%

Below 150% poverty line

5.7%

Unemployment rate

4.0%

Uninsured residents

9.2%

No HS diploma (25+)

Special Education (IDEA)

District-level data from IDEA Part B · Students ages 3-21 served under IDEA

Total Students Served

4,296

Ages 3-21 under IDEA

School-Age (6-21)

3,993

Receiving special ed services

Est. % of Enrollment

100%

District rate, school may vary

Disability Categories (District)

Specific Learning Disability

1,524 (38%)

Other Health Impairment

721 (18%)

Autism

620 (16%)

Speech/Language Impairment

572 (14%)

Emotional Disturbance

194 (5%)

Intellectual Disability

175 (4%)

Source: U.S. Department of Education, IDEA Section 618 Data · District-level counts · Individual school figures may differ

Enrollment Trend (2014-2025)

326

Current enrollment

Stable(-0% 5yr)

Coming Up

Fri, Oct 2, 2026

Home VB game vs. Milner *No Open Gym

Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.

Event

Mon, Oct 5, 2026

Away soccer game at Burr

Event

Tue, Oct 6, 2026

11th graders' PSAT and 12th Graders' SAT. Testing Day

The upcoming SAT and PSAT testing dates are October 6th: 11th graders' PSAT and 12th Graders' SAT. 

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Full School Calendar 2026-27

Events marked District-wide apply to all schools in Hartford School District. Breakthrough Magnet School South follows the district calendar.

Date	Event	Type	Level
Mon, Sep 7, 2026	Labor Day - District ClosedDistrict-wide Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Holiday	—
Wed, Sep 9, 2026	Meet the Teacher Night at GPADistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Sat, Sep 19, 2026	Breakfast & Learn! - ¡Desayune y Aprenda! District-wide Hot Breakfast · Interactive Family Learning · FUN Activities for the kids!Childcare and Grab-and-Go Lunch Provided!**Desayuno caliente · aprendizaje interactivo en familia, y actividades divertidas para los niños. interpretación al español, cuido de niños y almuerzo para llevar.RSVP - Regístrate aquí.	Break	—
Tue, Sep 29, 2026	VB practice	Event	—
Tue, Sep 29, 2026	soccer practice Check the team schedule for practice times and location.	Event	—
Tue, Sep 29, 2026	X-country practice	Event	—
Wed, Sep 30, 2026	VB practice	Event	—
Wed, Sep 30, 2026	Cross Country Meet at Elizabeth Park Review the athletic calendar for meet location and team participation details.	Event	—
Thu, Oct 1, 2026	soccer practice Check the team schedule for practice times and location.	Event	—
Thu, Oct 1, 2026	Home VB game vs. Bellizzi Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.	Event	—
Fri, Oct 2, 2026	Home VB game vs. Milner *No Open Gym Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.	Event	—
Mon, Oct 5, 2026	Away soccer game at Burr	Event	—
Tue, Oct 6, 2026	11th graders' PSAT and 12th Graders' SAT. Testing Day District-wide The upcoming SAT and PSAT testing dates are October 6th: 11th graders' PSAT and 12th Graders' SAT.	exam	—
Tue, Oct 6, 2026	soccer practice Check the team schedule for practice times and location.	Event	—
Wed, Oct 7, 2026	Early Release for Professional Learning/Student Dismissal 11:45 a.m. District-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Oct 7, 2026	Early Release - Staff PLDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Oct 7, 2026	12 pm Early Dismissal Day & PTO Dress Down Day	Event	—
Thu, Oct 8, 2026	Home soccer game vs Kennelly & Home VB game vs. ESM Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.	Event	—
Fri, Oct 9, 2026	PTO Coffee & Connect Check the PTO notice for coffee and connect event details.	Event	—
Mon, Oct 12, 2026	No School - Indigenous Peoples' Day	Event	—
Tue, Oct 13, 2026	soccer practice Check the team schedule for practice times and location.	Event	—
Wed, Oct 14, 2026	Cross Country Meet at Elizabeth Park Review the athletic calendar for meet location and team participation details.	Event	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	soccer practice Check the team schedule for practice times and location.	Event	—
Thu, Oct 15, 2026	HOME VB game vs. BSTEM Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.	Event	—
Mon, Oct 19, 2026	Home soccer game vs. MLK Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.	Event	—
Tue, Oct 20, 2026	soccer practice Check the team schedule for practice times and location.	Event	—
Wed, Oct 21, 2026	Picture Re-Take Day (and sibling pics)	Event	—
Wed, Oct 21, 2026	Cross Country Meet at Elizabeth Park Review the athletic calendar for meet location and team participation details.	Event	—
Thu, Oct 22, 2026	soccer practice Check the team schedule for practice times and location.	Event	—
Thu, Oct 22, 2026	Home VB game vs. Annie Fisher Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.	Event	—
Thu, Oct 22, 2026	PTO Fall Family Night "Leaves & Laughter"	Event	—
Fri, Oct 23, 2026	Home soccer game vs. Annie Fisher Game time and location. Updates automatically if rescheduled.	Event	—
Sat, Oct 24, 2026	RSCO school choice fair at CTRA (for the 27-28 SY)	Event	—
Mon, Oct 26, 2026	Fall Spirit Week (Themes TBD) Review the spirit week notice for theme schedule and participation details.	Event	—
Mon, Oct 26, 2026	soccer practice Check the team schedule for practice times and location.	Event	—
Tue, Oct 27, 2026	Fall Spirit Week (Themes TBD) Review the spirit week notice for theme schedule and participation details.	Event	—
Tue, Oct 27, 2026	Away soccer game at Kinsella	Event	—
Wed, Oct 28, 2026	Fall Spirit Week (Themes TBD) Review the spirit week notice for theme schedule and participation details.	Event	—
Wed, Oct 28, 2026	Cross Country Championship Meet at Elizabeth Park	Event	—
Wed, Oct 28, 2026	SGC monthly meeting (zoom) Check the meeting notice for agenda items and connection details.	Event	—
Thu, Oct 29, 2026	Fall Spirit Week (Themes TBD) Review the spirit week notice for theme schedule and participation details.	Event	—
Thu, Oct 29, 2026	Away VB game at Burr	Event	—
Fri, Oct 30, 2026	Fall Spirit Week (Themes TBD) Review the spirit week notice for theme schedule and participation details.	Event	—
Sat, Oct 31, 2026	Happy Halloween!	Event	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	No School for Students: Teacher Professional Development DayDistrict-wide No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.	Staff Day	—
Tue, Nov 3, 2026	No School for students - Staff PD & Election Day	Event	—
Wed, Nov 11, 2026	No School - Veteran's Day	Event	—
Fri, Nov 13, 2026	PTO Coffee & Connect Check the PTO notice for coffee and connect event details.	Event	—
Tue, Nov 17, 2026	Parent Teacher Conferences - Evening HoursDistrict-wide Detailed information including times and classroom sign-up sheets will be provided by your child’s teacher.	Staff Day	—
Tue, Nov 17, 2026	Marking period 1 conferences	Event	—
Wed, Nov 18, 2026	Early Release for Parent Teacher Conferences - Students Dismissed at 11:45 a.m. District-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 18, 2026	Half Day Dismissal at 11amDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Nov 18, 2026	12 pm Early Dismissal Day (for conferences 1-3 pm) & PTO Dress Down Day	Event	—
Wed, Nov 18, 2026	SGC monthly meeting (zoom) Check the meeting notice for agenda items and connection details.	Event	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	Early Release for Students and Teachers - Dismissal at 11:45 a.m. District-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Nov 25, 2026	12 pm Early Dismissal Day & PTO Dress Down Day (for Thanksgiving Break) Banks, government offices, and schools may be closed.	Event	—
Thu, Nov 26, 2026	No School - Thanksgiving break Review the school calendar for complete Thanksgiving break dates.	Event	—
Fri, Nov 27, 2026	No School - Thanksgiving break Review the school calendar for complete Thanksgiving break dates.	Event	—
Mon, Dec 7, 2026	Winter Spirit Week: Themes TBD Check the spirit week notice for daily themes and participation details.	Event	—
Tue, Dec 8, 2026	Winter Spirit Week: Themes TBD Check the spirit week notice for daily themes and participation details.	Event	—
Wed, Dec 9, 2026	Winter Spirit Week: Themes TBD Check the spirit week notice for daily themes and participation details.	Event	—
Thu, Dec 10, 2026	CT State Manchester Final ExamsDistrict-wide Check the exam schedule for dates, times, and testing locations.	exam	—
Thu, Dec 10, 2026	Winter Spirit Week: Themes TBD Check the spirit week notice for daily themes and participation details.	Event	—
Fri, Dec 11, 2026	CT State Manchester Final ExamsDistrict-wide Check the exam schedule for dates, times, and testing locations.	exam	—
Fri, Dec 11, 2026	CCMC PJ Day for the Kids	Event	—
Fri, Dec 11, 2026	Winter Spirit Week: Themes TBD Check the spirit week notice for daily themes and participation details.	Event	—
Fri, Dec 11, 2026	PTO Coffee & Connect Check the PTO notice for coffee and connect event details.	Event	—
Mon, Dec 14, 2026	CT State Manchester Final ExamsDistrict-wide Check the exam schedule for dates, times, and testing locations.	exam	—
Tue, Dec 15, 2026	CT State Manchester Final ExamsDistrict-wide Check the exam schedule for dates, times, and testing locations.	exam	—
Wed, Dec 16, 2026	CT State Manchester Final ExamsDistrict-wide Check the exam schedule for dates, times, and testing locations.	exam	—
Thu, Dec 17, 2026	Half Day Dismissal for Teacher Professional DevelopmentDistrict-wide No school today. Confirm childcare or before/after-care coverage.	Staff Day	—
Wed, Dec 23, 2026	Early Release - Winter BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Wed, Dec 23, 2026	Early Release for Students and Teachers/Dismissal at 11:45 a.m. District-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Dec 23, 2026	12 pm Early Dismissal Day (for Winter Break) & PTO Dress Down Day	Event	—
Wed, Dec 23, 2026	Winter Performance (PK & K/1 only) - Time TBD	Event	—
Thu, Dec 24, 2026	No School - Winter Break Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Event	—
Fri, Dec 25, 2026	Chistmas Holiday District Closed District-wide	Holiday	—
Fri, Dec 25, 2026	No School - Winter Break Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Event	—
Sat, Dec 26, 2026	No School - Winter Break Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Event	—
Sun, Dec 27, 2026	No School - Winter Break Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Event	—
Mon, Dec 28, 2026	School is Closed for Winter BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Mon, Dec 28, 2026	No School - Winter Break Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Event	—
Tue, Dec 29, 2026	School is Closed for Winter BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Tue, Dec 29, 2026	No School - Winter Break Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Event	—
Wed, Dec 30, 2026	School is Closed for Winter BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Wed, Dec 30, 2026	No School - Winter Break Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Event	—
Thu, Dec 31, 2026	School is Closed for Winter BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Thu, Dec 31, 2026	No School - Winter Break Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Event	—
Fri, Jan 1, 2027	New Years Holiday District Closed District-wide	Holiday	—
Fri, Jan 1, 2027	School is Closed for Winter BreakDistrict-wide	Break	—
Fri, Jan 1, 2027	No School - Winter Break Review the calendar for the full break dates.	Event	—
Mon, Jan 4, 2027	School Resumes after Winter Break	Event	—
Wed, Jan 6, 2027	No School - Three Kings' Day	Event	—
Fri, Jan 8, 2027	PTO Coffee & Connect Check the PTO notice for coffee and connect event details.	Event	—
Mon, Jan 18, 2027	No School - MLK Jr. Day	Event	—
Wed, Jan 27, 2027	SGC monthly meeting (zoom) Check the meeting notice for agenda items and connection details.	Event	—
Tue, Feb 2, 2027	Parent Teacher Conferences - Evening HoursDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Tue, Feb 2, 2027	Marking period 2 conferences	Event	—
Wed, Feb 3, 2027	Early Release for Parent Teacher Conferences - Dismissal at 11:45 a.m. District-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Feb 3, 2027	Early Release - conferencesDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Feb 3, 2027	12:00 pm Early Dismissal Day (for Conferences 1-3 pm) & PTO Dress Down Day	Event	—
Fri, Feb 5, 2027	PTO Coffee & Connect Check the PTO notice for coffee and connect event details.	Event	—
Fri, Feb 12, 2027	Full Day Professional Learning Schools Closed District-wide	Staff Day	—
Fri, Feb 12, 2027	No School - Staff PD	Event	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	Presidents' Day District Closed District-wide	Holiday	—
Mon, Feb 15, 2027	No School - Presidents' Day	Event	—
Tue, Feb 16, 2027	February Recess Schools Closed District-wide	Break	—
Tue, Feb 16, 2027	No School - Feb. Break	Event	—
Wed, Feb 24, 2027	SGC monthly meeting (zoom) Check the meeting notice for agenda items and connection details.	Event	—
Wed, Mar 10, 2027	Full Day Professional Learning Schools Closed District-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Mar 10, 2027	No School - Staff PD (Reserved as make-up day if unplanned school closure - as needed)	Event	—
Fri, Mar 12, 2027	PTO Coffee & Connect Check the PTO notice for coffee and connect event details.	Event	—
Mon, Mar 15, 2027	March Spirit Week (Themes TBD) Check the spirit week notice for theme details and participation information.	Event	—
Tue, Mar 16, 2027	March Spirit Week (Themes TBD) Check the spirit week notice for theme details and participation information.	Event	—
Wed, Mar 17, 2027	March Spirit Week (Themes TBD) Check the spirit week notice for theme details and participation information.	Event	—
Thu, Mar 18, 2027	March Spirit Week (Themes TBD) Check the spirit week notice for theme details and participation information.	Event	—
Fri, Mar 19, 2027	March Spirit Week (Themes TBD) Check the spirit week notice for theme details and participation information.	Event	—
Wed, Mar 24, 2027	SGC monthly meeting (zoom) Check the meeting notice for agenda items and connection details.	Event	—
Fri, Mar 26, 2027	No School - Good Friday	Event	—
Fri, Apr 9, 2027	PTO Coffee & Connect Check the PTO notice for coffee and connect event details.	Event	—
Fri, Apr 9, 2027	BMSS Annual Talent Show	Event	—
Mon, Apr 12, 2027	Spring Recess Schools Closed District-wide	Break	—
Mon, Apr 12, 2027	No School - Spring Break Review the school calendar for complete spring break dates.	Event	—
Tue, Apr 13, 2027	No School - Spring Break Review the school calendar for complete spring break dates.	Event	—
Wed, Apr 14, 2027	No School - Spring Break Review the school calendar for complete spring break dates.	Event	—
Thu, Apr 15, 2027	No School - Spring Break Review the school calendar for complete spring break dates.	Event	—
Fri, Apr 16, 2027	No School - Spring Break Review the school calendar for complete spring break dates.	Event	—
Tue, Apr 20, 2027	Parent Teacher Conferences - Evening HoursDistrict-wide	Staff Day	—
Tue, Apr 20, 2027	Marking period 3 conferences	Event	—
Wed, Apr 21, 2027	Administrative Professionals Day District-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Apr 21, 2027	Early Release ConferencesDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, Apr 21, 2027	12 pm Early Dismissal Day (for conferences 1-3 pm) & PTO Dress Down Day	Event	—
Wed, Apr 28, 2027	Full Day Professional Learning Schools Closed District-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, Apr 28, 2027	No School - Staff PD	Event	—
Wed, Apr 28, 2027	SGC monthly meeting (zoom) Check the meeting notice for agenda items and connection details.	Event	—
Mon, May 3, 2027	Teacher Appreciation WeekDistrict-wide Check the school notice for appreciation week activities and dates.	Staff Day	—
Mon, May 3, 2027	Staff Appreciation Week Review the announcement for appreciation week activities and participation details.	Event	—
Tue, May 4, 2027	Staff Appreciation Week Review the announcement for appreciation week activities and participation details.	Event	—
Wed, May 5, 2027	Staff Appreciation Week Review the announcement for appreciation week activities and participation details.	Event	—
Thu, May 6, 2027	Staff Appreciation Week Review the announcement for appreciation week activities and participation details.	Event	—
Thu, May 6, 2027	BMSS New Family Registration Event	Event	—
Fri, May 7, 2027	Staff Appreciation Week Review the announcement for appreciation week activities and participation details.	Event	—
Tue, May 11, 2027	BMSS Annual Gardening Day (Tentative date depending on weather)	Event	—
Wed, May 12, 2027	Early Release for Parent Teacher Conferences Dismissal at 11:45.District-wide	Staff Day	—
Wed, May 12, 2027	Early Release - ConferencesDistrict-wide	half_day	—
Wed, May 12, 2027	Annual Show Our Stuff (Music & Art Showcase) & Multicultural Luncheon - 12 pm Early Dismissal	Event	—
Fri, May 14, 2027	PTO Coffee & Connect Check the PTO notice for coffee and connect event details.	Event	—
Wed, May 26, 2027	SGC monthly meeting (zoom) Check the meeting notice for agenda items and connection details.	Event	—
Mon, May 31, 2027	No School - Memorial Day Review the school calendar for holiday closure details.	Event	—
Fri, Jun 4, 2027	Field Day! Check the event notice for activity schedule and participation details.	Event	—
Thu, Jun 10, 2027	8th grade graduation *Date subject to change	Event	—
Fri, Jun 11, 2027	LAST DAY OF SCHOOL! (subject to change) & 12 pm Early Dismissal & Dress Down Day	Event	—
Mon, Jun 14, 2027	Full Day Professional Learning (Schools Closed)District-wide	Staff Day	—

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Frequently Asked Questions about Breakthrough Magnet School South

Breakthrough Magnet School South has a total enrollment of 322 students and serves grades Primary. The school is part of the local school district in Hartford, CT.