Serving 309 students in grades 4-5, Forbes 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 35% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 309 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Forbes School serves the west part of Torrington, CT, covering an attendance zone of approximately 20.1 square miles. Most families live within a 10-12 minute drive, with the furthest edge of the zone located about 6 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Forbes School's student population of 309 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
309 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Through engaging instruction that is relevant, rigorous, and personalized to student needs, Forbes Elementary will successfully prepare all students to be productive and collaborative critical thinkers capable of thriving in our school, local community an
School Rankings
Forbes School 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 Forbes School is 0.62, 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
#569 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
46%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
41%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)21.7%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
62%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Forbes School's ranking?
Forbes School is ranked #569 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Forbes School often compared to?
Forbes Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ann Antolini School, Bakerville Consolidated School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Forbes School?
309 students attend Forbes School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Forbes School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Forbes School?
Forbes School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Forbes School offer ?
Forbes School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Forbes School part of?
Forbes School is part of Torrington School District.
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