Serving 408 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Green Acres 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Green Acres Elementary School's student population of 408 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
408 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Green Acres Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Green Acres Elementary School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#210 out of 940 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
12%
29%
Black
6%
13%
White
70%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Green Acres Elementary School's ranking?
Green Acres Elementary School is ranked #210 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Green Acres Elementary School often compared to?
Green Acres Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridge Road Elementary 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 39% CT state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Green Acres Elementary School?
408 students attend Green Acres Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Green Acres Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Green Acres Elementary School?
Green Acres Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Green Acres Elementary School offer ?
Green Acres Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Green Acres Elementary School part of?
Green Acres Elementary School is part of North Haven School District.
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