Serving 313 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Laurel Ledge School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 60-64% (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 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 313 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Laurel Ledge School serves the southwest part of Beacon Falls, CT, covering an area of approximately 9.8 square miles. Families typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the zone being about 3.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laurel Ledge School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Laurel Ledge School's student population of 313 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
313 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Laurel Ledge School ranks within the top 30% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Laurel Ledge School is 0.50, 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
#274 out of 939 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
23%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
67%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.8%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Laurel Ledge School's ranking?
Laurel Ledge School is ranked #274 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Laurel Ledge School often compared to?
Laurel Ledge Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like R. E. Thalberg Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% 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 Laurel Ledge School?
313 students attend Laurel Ledge School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Laurel Ledge School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laurel Ledge School?
Laurel Ledge School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Laurel Ledge School offer ?
Laurel Ledge School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Laurel Ledge School part of?
Laurel Ledge School is part of Regional School District 16.
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