Serving 156 students in grades 3-5, Dominick H. Ferrara 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 57% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 156 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 57%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Dominick H. Ferrara School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Dominick H. Ferrara School's student population of 156 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
156 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Dominick H. Ferrara School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Dominick H. Ferrara School is 0.67, which is more 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
#657 out of 940 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
38%
29%
Black
7%
13%
White
43%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dominick H. Ferrara School's ranking?
Dominick H. Ferrara School is ranked #657 out of 940 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?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Dominick H. Ferrara School?
156 students attend Dominick H. Ferrara School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Dominick H. Ferrara School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dominick H. Ferrara School?
Dominick H. Ferrara School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Dominick H. Ferrara School offer ?
Dominick H. Ferrara School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Dominick H. Ferrara School part of?
Dominick H. Ferrara School is part of East Haven School District.
In what neighborhood is Dominick H. Ferrara School located?
Dominick H. Ferrara School is located in the Foxon neighborhood of East Haven, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in Foxon.
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