Serving 578 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Casimir Pulaski School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 86% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 578 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Casimir Pulaski School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Casimir Pulaski School's student population of 578 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
578 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Casimir Pulaski 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 Casimir Pulaski School is 0.48, 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
#586 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
70%
31%
Black
10%
12%
White
14%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Casimir Pulaski School's ranking?
Casimir Pulaski School is ranked #586 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% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Casimir Pulaski School?
578 students attend Casimir Pulaski School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Casimir Pulaski School students are Hispanic, 14% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Casimir Pulaski School?
Casimir Pulaski School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Casimir Pulaski School offer ?
Casimir Pulaski School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Casimir Pulaski School part of?
Casimir Pulaski School is part of Meriden School District.
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