Serving 413 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Lisbon Central 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 53% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 54% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% 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: 413 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lisbon Central School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Jewett City, CT, covering an area of approximately 16.7 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.2 miles to the edge of the zone and a maximum distance of 3.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Lisbon Central School's student population of 413 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
413 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lisbon Central 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 Lisbon Central School is 0.41, 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
#407 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
12%
32%
Black
2%
12%
White
76%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lisbon Central School's ranking?
Lisbon Central School is ranked #407 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Lisbon Central School often compared to?
Lisbon Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Lisbon Central School?
413 students attend Lisbon Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Lisbon Central School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lisbon Central School?
Lisbon Central School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lisbon Central School offer ?
Lisbon Central School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lisbon Central School part of?
Lisbon Central School is part of Lisbon School District.
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