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 (26-27)
- 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%)
- Attendance Zone: Metacomet School's attendance zone covers the entire Bloomfield, CT school district, encompassing approximately 26.3 square miles. The zone generally allows for a typical 10-12 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 3.4 miles to the nearest boundary and a furthest edge located 6.2 miles away.
- 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
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
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%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Hispanic
21%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
65%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
4%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.7%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
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.
School Calendar
View the Metacomet School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Veterans Day: schools closed
November 11, 2026 (Wednesday)
Holiday Recess: schools closed
December 23, 2026 (Wednesday)
Teacher PD: schools closed
February 16, 2027 (Tuesday)
Spring Recess: schools closed
April 12, 2027 (Monday)
Teacher PD: schools closed
June 01, 2027 (Tuesday)
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