Serving 180 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Kent Center School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 7:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 23% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 180 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 7:1
- Minority Enrollment: 23%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Kent Center School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Kent Center School's student population of 180 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
180 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Kent Center School ranks within the top 20% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Kent Center School is 0.39, 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
#144 out of 939 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
7:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
14%
32%
Black
2%
12%
White
77%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.4%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Kent Center School's ranking?
Kent Center School is ranked #144 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Kent Center School often compared to?
Kent Center Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Housatonic Valley Regional High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Kent Center School?
180 students attend Kent Center School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
77% of Kent Center School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Kent Center School?
Kent Center School has a student ration of 7:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Kent Center School offer ?
Kent Center School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Kent Center School part of?
Kent Center School is part of Kent School District.
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