Serving 478 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Bungay 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 52% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 478 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Bungay School's student population of 478 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
478 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Bungay 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 Bungay School is 0.52, 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
#415 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
20%
32%
Black
6%
12%
White
66%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.4%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Bungay School's ranking?
Bungay School is ranked #415 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Bungay School often compared to?
Bungay Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Chatfield-lopresti School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Bungay School?
478 students attend Bungay School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Bungay School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Bungay School?
Bungay School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Bungay School offer ?
Bungay School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Bungay School part of?
Bungay School is part of Seymour School District.
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Date
First Day of School
August 26, 2026 (Wednesday)
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