Serving 473 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Bolton Center School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 56% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 61% (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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Bolton Center School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Bolton, CT, covering approximately 14.7 square miles. Most students are within a typical 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 2.2 miles from the school to the edge of the zone, and the furthest point located 3.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Bolton Center School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Bolton Center School's student population of 473 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 44 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
473 students
Total Classroom Teachers
44 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Empowering Excellence
School Rankings
Bolton Center School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Bolton Center School is 0.41, 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
#359 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
11%
32%
Black
5%
12%
White
76%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.5%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagles
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bolton Center School's ranking?
Bolton Center School is ranked #359 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Bolton Center School often compared to?
Bolton Center Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Andover Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
56% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 61% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Bolton Center School?
473 students attend Bolton Center School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Bolton Center School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bolton Center School?
Bolton Center School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bolton Center School offer ?
Bolton Center School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bolton Center School part of?
Bolton Center School is part of Bolton School District.
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