Serving 482 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Israel Putnam School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 53% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 47% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 81% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 482 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 81%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 47% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Israel Putnam School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Israel Putnam School's student population of 482 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental virtual)
(Supplemental virtual)
Total Students
482 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Every Opinion Matters!
School Rankings
Israel Putnam School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Israel Putnam School is 0.63, 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
#451 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
56%
31%
Black
14%
12%
White
19%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
70%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Israel Putnam School's ranking?
Israel Putnam School is ranked #451 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Israel Putnam School often compared to?
Israel Putnam Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas Hooker School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 47% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Israel Putnam School?
482 students attend Israel Putnam School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Israel Putnam School students are Hispanic, 19% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Israel Putnam School?
Israel Putnam School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Israel Putnam School offer ?
Israel Putnam School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental virtual).
What school district is Israel Putnam School part of?
Israel Putnam School is part of Meriden School District.
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