Serving 331 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Charles Barnum 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 35-39% (which is approximately equal to the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Charles Barnum School's student population of 331 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
331 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Charles Barnum School ranks within the top 50% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Charles Barnum School is 0.59, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#426 out of 940 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
24%
29%
Black
7%
13%
White
59%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
22%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Charles Barnum School's ranking?
Charles Barnum School is ranked #426 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Charles Barnum School often compared to?
Charles Barnum Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thames River Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Charles Barnum School?
331 students attend Charles Barnum School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Charles Barnum School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Charles Barnum School?
Charles Barnum School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Charles Barnum School offer ?
Charles Barnum School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Charles Barnum School part of?
Charles Barnum School is part of Groton School District.
In what neighborhood is Charles Barnum School located?
Charles Barnum School is located in the Conning Towers Nautilus Park neighborhood of Groton, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in Conning Towers Nautilus Park.
School Calendar
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Date
Last Day of School-Early Dismissal
June 13, 2024 (Thursday)
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