Serving 183 students in grades 3-4, Metacomet School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 96% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 183 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 96%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Metacomet School's student population of 183 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
183 students
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Rankings
Metacomet School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Metacomet School is 0.53, 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
#559 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
21%
32%
Black
65%
12%
White
4%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Metacomet School's ranking?
Metacomet School is ranked #559 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Metacomet School?
183 students attend Metacomet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Metacomet School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, 4% of students are White, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Metacomet School?
Metacomet School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Metacomet School offer ?
Metacomet School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Metacomet School part of?
Metacomet School is part of Bloomfield School District.
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