Serving 522 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mary E. Griswold School ranks in the top 30% 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 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 67% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 522 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 67% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mary E. Griswold School's student population of 522 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
522 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mary E. Griswold School ranks within the top 30% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mary E. Griswold School is 0.36, 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
#273 out of 942 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
13%
31%
Black
3%
12%
White
79%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary E. Griswold School's ranking?
Mary E. Griswold School is ranked #273 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Mary E. Griswold School often compared to?
Mary E. Griswold Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emma Hart Willard 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 40% CT state average), while 67% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Mary E. Griswold School?
522 students attend Mary E. Griswold School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Mary E. Griswold School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mary E. Griswold School?
Mary E. Griswold School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mary E. Griswold School offer ?
Mary E. Griswold School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mary E. Griswold School part of?
Mary E. Griswold School is part of Berlin School District.
In what neighborhood is Mary E. Griswold School located?
Mary E. Griswold School is located in the Kensington neighborhood of Berlin, CT. There are 2 other public schools located in Kensington.
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