Serving 452 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Buttonball Lane School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (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 41% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buttonball Lane School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Buttonball Lane School's student population of 452 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Buttonball Lane School ranks within the top 10% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buttonball Lane School is 0.59, 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
#54 out of 939 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
5%
Hispanic
10%
31%
Black
2%
12%
White
59%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Buttonball Lane School's ranking?
Buttonball Lane School is ranked #54 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Buttonball Lane School often compared to?
Buttonball Lane Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nayaug Elementary School, Hebron Avenue School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Buttonball Lane School?
452 students attend Buttonball Lane School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Buttonball Lane School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Buttonball Lane School?
Buttonball Lane School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Buttonball Lane School offer ?
Buttonball Lane School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Buttonball Lane School part of?
Buttonball Lane School is part of Glastonbury School District.
In what neighborhood is Buttonball Lane School located?
Buttonball Lane School is located in the Glastonbury Center neighborhood of Glastonbury, CT. There are 3 other public schools located in Glastonbury Center.
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