Serving 605 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Prospect Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher 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 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 605 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Prospect Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Prospect Elementary School's student population of 605 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
605 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Prospect Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Prospect Elementary School is 0.29, 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
#250 out of 942 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
6%
31%
Black
4%
12%
White
84%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Prospect Elementary School's ranking?
Prospect Elementary School is ranked #250 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Prospect Elementary School often compared to?
Prospect Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hillside Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Prospect Elementary School?
605 students attend Prospect Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Prospect Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prospect Elementary School?
Prospect Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Prospect Elementary School offer ?
Prospect Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Prospect Elementary School part of?
Prospect Elementary School is part of Regional School District 16.
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