Serving 338 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thomas Hooker 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 73% 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: 338 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 73%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomas Hooker School's student population of 338 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
338 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Thomas Hooker 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 Thomas Hooker School is 0.61, 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
#245 out of 942 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
56%
31%
Black
7%
12%
White
27%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Thomas Hooker School's ranking?
Thomas Hooker School is ranked #245 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Thomas Hooker School often compared to?
Thomas Hooker Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Israel Putnam School, John Barry School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Thomas Hooker School?
338 students attend Thomas Hooker School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Thomas Hooker School students are Hispanic, 27% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomas Hooker School?
Thomas Hooker School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Thomas Hooker School offer ?
Thomas Hooker School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thomas Hooker School part of?
Thomas Hooker School is part of Meriden School District.
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