Serving 685 students in grades 7-8, Henry James Memorial School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 73% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-8
- Enrollment: 685 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 73% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Henry James Memorial School's attendance zone covers the entire Simsbury school district, encompassing an area of approximately 34.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 3.6 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.5 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henry James Memorial School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Henry James Memorial School's student population of 685 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 55 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
685 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
55 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
'Connections, Challenge, Character'
School Rankings
Henry James Memorial School ranks within the top 20% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Henry James Memorial School is 0.51, 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
#163 out of 939 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
13%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
68%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
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)11.1%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 Henry James Memorial School's ranking?
Henry James Memorial School is ranked #163 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Henry James Memorial School often compared to?
Henry James Memorial Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like King Philip Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 73% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Henry James Memorial School?
685 students attend Henry James Memorial School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Henry James Memorial School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Henry James Memorial School?
Henry James Memorial School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Henry James Memorial School offer ?
Henry James Memorial School offers enrollment in grades 7-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Henry James Memorial School part of?
Henry James Memorial School is part of Simsbury School District.
In what neighborhood is Henry James Memorial School located?
Henry James Memorial School is located in the Simsbury Center neighborhood of Simsbury, CT. There are 3 other public schools located in Simsbury Center.
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