Serving 347 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Braeburn School ranks in the top 20% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 347 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Braeburn School serves the west part of West Hartford, CT, covering an attendance zone of approximately 3.6 square miles. Most students live within a 1 to 2.5-mile radius of the school, typically taking 5 to 10 minutes to drive there.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Braeburn School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Braeburn School's student population of 347 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
347 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Braeburn School ranks within the top 20% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Braeburn School is 0.42, 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
#178 out of 939 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
75%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.5%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Braeburn School's ranking?
Braeburn School is ranked #178 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Braeburn School often compared to?
Braeburn Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bugbee School, Waddell School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Braeburn School?
347 students attend Braeburn School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Braeburn School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Braeburn School?
Braeburn School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Braeburn School offer ?
Braeburn School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Braeburn School part of?
Braeburn School is part of West Hartford School District.
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