Serving 325 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Mohegan School ranks in the top 50% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Mohegan School serves the west part of Shelton, CT, covering an area of approximately 6.5 square miles. Families within the zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 1.5 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 2.6 miles to its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mohegan School's student population of 325 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
325 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
The mission of our school is to provide a learning environment where ALL members of the Mohegan family grow academically, socially and physically.
School Rankings
Mohegan School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Mohegan School is 0.59, 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
#347 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
26%
32%
Black
8%
12%
White
58%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mohegan School's ranking?
Mohegan School is ranked #347 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Mohegan School often compared to?
Mohegan Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Elizabeth Shelton School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Mohegan School?
325 students attend Mohegan School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Mohegan School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mohegan School?
Mohegan School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mohegan School offer ?
Mohegan School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mohegan School part of?
Mohegan School is part of Shelton School District.
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