Serving 207 students in grades 2-3, John Lyman School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 207 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
John Lyman School's student population of 207 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
207 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Motto
'Together We Grow'
School Rankings
John Lyman 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 John Lyman School is 0.22, 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
#347 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
88%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
2%
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)4.8%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Lyman School's ranking?
John Lyman School is ranked #347 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?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend John Lyman School?
207 students attend John Lyman School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of John Lyman School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Lyman School?
John Lyman School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does John Lyman School offer ?
John Lyman School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John Lyman School part of?
John Lyman School is part of Regional School District 13.
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