Serving 864 students in grades 5-8, 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 22% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 32% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 864 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 22% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy's attendance zone covers the entire school district of Manchester, CT, encompassing an area of 27.7 square miles. The average distance from the school to the edge of the zone is approximately 3.1 miles, with the furthest edge located about 4 miles away, allowing for a typical drive to the school of 5-10 minutes.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy's student population of 864 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
864 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy 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 Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy is 0.74, which is more 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
#720 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
22%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
36%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Black
24%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
White
28%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.4%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
56%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 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 #720 out of 939 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 Great Path Academy At Ct State Manchester, Odyssey Community School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
22% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 32% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy?
864 students attend Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 24% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy?
Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy has a student ration of 11:1, 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 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy part of?
Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy is part of Manchester School District.
In what neighborhood is Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy located?
Elisabeth M. Bennet Academy is located in the East Side neighborhood of Manchester, CT.
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