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About Hartford Public Schools

Hartford Public Schools serves more than 16,500 PreK-12 students from Hartford and nearly 70 surrounding towns. We are one of the largest public school districts in Connecticut, with 39 schools, including 18 magnet schools.

We believe in our beautiful and capable students, high expectations, inclusiveness, collaboration, continuous improvement, and systemic accountability.

Our Mission is to provide all our students with the learning and support they need to succeed in school and in life.

Our Vision is that all students will graduate prepared to transform our world.

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THREE YEARS IN A ROW! HPS is so proud to be honored once again with the Best Communities for Music Education Award from the National Association of Music Merchants Foundation

THREE YEARS IN A ROW! HPS is so proud to be honored in 2024, 2023 and 2022 with the Best Communities for Music Education Award from the National Association of Music Merchants Foundation. This award celebrates everyone who helps provide our students with high-quality music education!

FOUR SCHOOLS NAMED NATIONAL MERIT SCHOOLS OF DISTINCTION

FOUR SCHOOLS NAMED NATIONAL MERIT SCHOOLS OF DISTINCTION 2024. Learn more here!

Hartford Public Schools At-A-Glance graphic June 2024

Data updated June, 2024

District Model for Excellence: Strategic Operating Plan 2021 - 2024