Serving 429 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Gaffney Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 10-14% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 429 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gaffney Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Gaffney Elementary School's student population of 429 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
429 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
Gaffney Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Gaffney Elementary School is 0.53, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#843 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
66%
31%
Black
10%
12%
White
15%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
64%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gaffney Elementary School's ranking?
Gaffney Elementary School is ranked #843 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
10-14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Gaffney Elementary School?
429 students attend Gaffney Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Gaffney Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gaffney Elementary School?
Gaffney Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gaffney Elementary School offer ?
Gaffney Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gaffney Elementary School part of?
Gaffney Elementary School is part of New Britain School District.
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