Serving 418 students in grades 5-8, Jared Eliot 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 46% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 53% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 34% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 5-8
- Enrollment: 418 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 34%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Jared Eliot School's attendance zone covers the entire school district in Clinton, CT, encompassing approximately 19 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.6 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Jared Eliot School's student population of 418 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
418 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Jared Eliot 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 Jared Eliot School is 0.48, 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
#457 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
30%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2012–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
66%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.2%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Jared Eliot School's ranking?
Jared Eliot School is ranked #457 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 53% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Jared Eliot School?
418 students attend Jared Eliot School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
66% of Jared Eliot School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Jared Eliot School?
Jared Eliot School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Jared Eliot School offer ?
Jared Eliot School offers enrollment in grades 5-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Jared Eliot School part of?
Jared Eliot School is part of Clinton School District.
School Reviews
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