Serving 332 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Governor William Pitkin 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 88% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 332 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 88%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Governor William Pitkin School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Governor William Pitkin School's student population of 332 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
332 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Governor William Pitkin 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 Governor William Pitkin School is 0.71, which is more 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
#555 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
44%
31%
Black
27%
12%
White
12%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
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 Governor William Pitkin School's ranking?
Governor William Pitkin School is ranked #555 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Governor William Pitkin School often compared to?
Governor William Pitkin Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montessori Magnet School, Museum Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Governor William Pitkin School?
332 students attend Governor William Pitkin School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Governor William Pitkin School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are Black, 12% of students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Governor William Pitkin School?
Governor William Pitkin School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Governor William Pitkin School offer ?
Governor William Pitkin School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Governor William Pitkin School part of?
Governor William Pitkin School is part of East Hartford School District.
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