Serving 837 students in grades 5-6, Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy 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 12% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 837 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 12% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy's student population of 837 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 89 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
837 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
89 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy 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 Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy is 0.72, 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
#772 out of 940 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
12%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
31%
29%
Black
26%
13%
White
34%
49%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy's ranking?
Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy is ranked #772 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy often compared to?
Elisabeth M. Bennet Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Odyssey Community School, Great Path At Mcc by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
12% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 30% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy?
837 students attend Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 26% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Hawaiian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy?
Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy offer ?
Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy part of?
Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy is part of Manchester School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Abbreviated Day for Students and Staff (Last day of school)
June 14, 2024 (Friday)
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