Serving 235 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Lake Street School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 235 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lake Street School's student population of 235 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
235 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lake Street 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 Lake Street School is 0.61, 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
#369 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
18%
32%
Black
4%
12%
White
59%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lake Street School's ranking?
Lake Street School is ranked #369 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Lake Street School often compared to?
Lake Street Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Skinner Road School, Center Road School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Lake Street School?
235 students attend Lake Street School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Lake Street School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lake Street School?
Lake Street School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lake Street School offer ?
Lake Street School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lake Street School part of?
Lake Street School is part of Vernon School District.
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