Serving 367 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Spring Glen School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 40% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Spring Glen School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Spring Glen School's student population of 367 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
367 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Spring Glen 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 Spring Glen School is 0.59, 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
#199 out of 942 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
17%
31%
Black
14%
12%
White
60%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Spring Glen School's ranking?
Spring Glen School is ranked #199 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Spring Glen School often compared to?
Spring Glen Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridge Road Elementary School, Ridge Hill School, Bear Path School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Spring Glen School?
367 students attend Spring Glen School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Spring Glen School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 14% 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 Spring Glen School?
Spring Glen School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Spring Glen School offer ?
Spring Glen School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Spring Glen School part of?
Spring Glen School is part of Hamden School District.
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