John Paterson School
Quick Stats (2023)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 389 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Paterson School's ranking?
John Paterson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for: Most improved public schools (Top 10%).
What schools are John Paterson School often compared to?
John Paterson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elizabeth Green School, Anna Reynolds School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend John Paterson School?
389 students attend John Paterson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of John Paterson School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John Paterson School?
John Paterson School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does John Paterson School offer ?
John Paterson School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is John Paterson School part of?
John Paterson School is part of Newington School District.
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