Serving 265 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Melissa Jones 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 65-69% (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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Melissa Jones School's student population of 265 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
265 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
excellence - challenge - passion - potential - success
School Rankings
Melissa Jones 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 Melissa Jones School is 0.26, 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
#225 out of 939 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
7%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
86%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.3%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Melissa Jones School's ranking?
Melissa Jones School is ranked #225 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
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 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Melissa Jones School?
265 students attend Melissa Jones School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Melissa Jones School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Melissa Jones School?
Melissa Jones School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Melissa Jones School offer ?
Melissa Jones School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Melissa Jones School part of?
Melissa Jones School is part of Guilford School District.
School Calendar
View the Melissa Jones School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
No School-Spring Break
April 12, 2027 (Monday)
1:52 Dismissal - Tentative, moves with the last day of school
June 15, 2027 (Tuesday)
1:52 Dismissal- Tentative Last Day of School
June 16, 2027 (Wednesday)
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