Serving 346 students in grades 1-6, Peck Place 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 61% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 346 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peck Place School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Peck Place School's student population of 346 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
346 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Peck Place 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 Peck Place School is 0.48, 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
#189 out of 940 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
5%
Hispanic
7%
29%
Black
2%
13%
White
70%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peck Place School's ranking?
Peck Place School is ranked #189 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Peck Place School often compared to?
Peck Place Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Race Brook School, Turkey Hill School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Peck Place School?
346 students attend Peck Place School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Peck Place School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peck Place School?
Peck Place School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Peck Place School offer ?
Peck Place School offers enrollment in grades 1-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Peck Place School part of?
Peck Place School is part of Orange School District.
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