Serving 266 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Flanders School ranks in the top 20% 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher 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 24% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 266 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Flanders School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Flanders School's student population of 266 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
266 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Flanders School ranks within the top 20% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Flanders School is 0.41, which is less 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
#110 out of 942 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
6%
31%
Black
n/a
12%
White
76%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Flanders School's ranking?
Flanders School is ranked #110 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Flanders School?
266 students attend Flanders School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Flanders School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 8% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Flanders School?
Flanders School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Flanders School offer ?
Flanders School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Flanders School part of?
Flanders School is part of East Lyme School District.
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