Serving 61 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Botelle Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower 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 13% 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: 61 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Botelle Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Norfolk, CT, covering approximately 46.4 square miles. The average drive to the school is around 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Botelle Elementary School's student population of 61 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 5 teachers has declined by 44% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
61 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
5 teachers
Showing 2012–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Botelle Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Botelle Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#524 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2012–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
8%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
87%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.4%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Botelle Elementary School's ranking?
Botelle Elementary School is ranked #524 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Botelle Elementary School?
61 students attend Botelle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Botelle Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Botelle Elementary School?
Botelle Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Botelle Elementary School offer ?
Botelle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Botelle Elementary School part of?
Botelle Elementary School is part of Norfolk School District.
In what neighborhood is Botelle Elementary School located?
Botelle Elementary School is located in the Norfolk Historic District neighborhood of Norfolk, CT.
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