Jumoke Academy

Jumoke Academy is a public charter school in Hartford, Connecticut that serves 619 students from pre-kindergarten through 12th grade. The school is part of the Jumoke Academy District and serves a predominantly low-income student population, with 96-97% of students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch.

While Jumoke Academy's spending per student is relatively high at around $12,800, the school has faced significant challenges in recent years. Its chronic absenteeism rates have been high, ranging from 17.7% to 30.1%, which is much higher than the state average of around 15%. Additionally, the school's test scores on the SBAC exams and SAT have consistently lagged behind state averages, with only around 15-28% of students meeting or exceeding proficiency standards in English Language Arts and Mathematics, compared to the state averages of 50-52%. In comparison, nearby schools like Capital Preparatory Magnet School and Achievement First Hartford Academy have higher test scores, graduation rates, and lower chronic absenteeism rates.

The data suggests that Jumoke Academy may be struggling to effectively allocate resources and address the unique needs of its student population. Improving student attendance, enhancing instructional practices, and ensuring that teachers are well-supported could be crucial steps for the school to improve student outcomes and provide a high-quality education to all its students.