Serving 451 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, John Barry School ranks in the bottom 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 41% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Barry 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
John Barry School's student population of 451 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Mascot
Dolphins
School Rankings
John Barry 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 John Barry School is 0.47, 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
#544 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
71%
31%
Black
12%
12%
White
10%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
81%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Dolphins
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Barry School's ranking?
John Barry School is ranked #544 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are John Barry School often compared to?
John Barry Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thomas Hooker School, Hanover School, Israel Putnam School by visitors of our site.
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 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend John Barry School?
451 students attend John Barry School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of John Barry School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Barry School?
John Barry School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does John Barry School offer ?
John Barry School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John Barry School part of?
John Barry School is part of Meriden School District.
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