Serving 314 students in grades Kindergarten-3, Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (which is higher 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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School serves the northern part of Madison, CT, covering an area of approximately 18.7 square miles. Families typically have a 10-12 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School's student population of 314 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
314 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Motto
Every child, every day, leading the way
School Rankings
Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School is 0.25, 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
#73 out of 939 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
32%
Black
n/a
12%
White
86%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.3%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School's ranking?
Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School is ranked #73 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School?
314 students attend Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School?
Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School offer ?
Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School part of?
Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School is part of Madison School District.
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