Serving 205 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Barkhamsted Elementary 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 205 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Barkhamsted Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Barkhamsted school district, covering approximately 38.8 square miles. The typical drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with an average distance of 3.6 miles to the edge of the zone and the furthest edge located 6.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barkhamsted Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Barkhamsted Elementary School's student population of 205 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
205 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Barkhamsted Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barkhamsted Elementary School is 0.19, 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 939 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
5%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
White
90%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.7%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 26-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Navy Blue and Yellow
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barkhamsted Elementary School's ranking?
Barkhamsted Elementary School is ranked #245 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Barkhamsted Elementary School often compared to?
Barkhamsted Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Torrington Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Barkhamsted Elementary School?
205 students attend Barkhamsted Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of Barkhamsted Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barkhamsted Elementary School?
Barkhamsted Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Barkhamsted Elementary School offer ?
Barkhamsted Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Barkhamsted Elementary School part of?
Barkhamsted Elementary School is part of Barkhamsted School District.
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