Serving 334 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Joseph O. Goodwin School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 334 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Joseph O. Goodwin School serves the southern part of East Hartford, CT, covering an area of approximately 1.7 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 1.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Joseph O. Goodwin School's student population of 334 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
334 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Year Founded
2005
School Motto
Go Gators!
School Rankings
Joseph O. Goodwin 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 Joseph O. Goodwin School is 0.69, which is more 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
#619 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
45%
32%
Black
30%
12%
White
13%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.8%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
53%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Joseph O. Goodwin School's ranking?
Joseph O. Goodwin School is ranked #619 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Joseph O. Goodwin School often compared to?
Joseph O. Goodwin Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dr. Thomas S. O'connell School, Glastonbury/east Hartford Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Joseph O. Goodwin School?
334 students attend Joseph O. Goodwin School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Joseph O. Goodwin School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are Black, 13% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Joseph O. Goodwin School?
Joseph O. Goodwin School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Joseph O. Goodwin School offer ?
Joseph O. Goodwin School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Joseph O. Goodwin School part of?
Joseph O. Goodwin School is part of East Hartford School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Professional Development (teachers): schools closed
October 08, 2026 (Thursday)
Election Day/Professional Development: Schools Closed
November 03, 2026 (Tuesday)
Holiday Recess: Schools Closed
December 24, 2026 (Thursday)
Professional Development: Schools closed
February 16, 2027 (Tuesday)
Spring Recess: Schools closed
April 12, 2027 (Monday)
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