Serving 327 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mathewson 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mathewson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Mathewson School's student population of 327 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
327 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mathewson School ranks within the top 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mathewson School is 0.54, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#402 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
5%
Hispanic
14%
29%
Black
3%
13%
White
65%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mathewson School's ranking?
Mathewson School is ranked #402 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Mathewson School often compared to?
Mathewson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meadowside School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Mathewson School?
327 students attend Mathewson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Mathewson School students are White, 14% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mathewson School?
Mathewson School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mathewson School offer ?
Mathewson School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mathewson School part of?
Mathewson School is part of Milford School District.
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