Serving 209 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Chester Elementary 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 209 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chester Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Chester Elementary School's student population of 209 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
209 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Chester Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chester Elementary School is 0.20, 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
#73 out of 940 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
8%
29%
Black
n/a
13%
White
89%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chester Elementary School's ranking?
Chester Elementary School is ranked #73 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Chester Elementary School?
209 students attend Chester Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Chester Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Chester Elementary School?
Chester Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Chester Elementary School offer ?
Chester Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Chester Elementary School part of?
Chester Elementary School is part of Chester School District.
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