Serving 212 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Northend Elementary 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 6-9% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 10-14% (which is lower 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 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 212 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 6-9% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 10-14% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northend School serves the southeast part of New Britain, CT, covering an area of approximately 0.5 square miles. Families typically have a short drive of about 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located around 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northend Elementary School's student population of 212 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
212 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Northend Elementary 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 Northend Elementary School is 0.52, 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
#900 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
10-14%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
67%
32%
Black
17%
12%
White
6%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)28.3%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
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 Northend Elementary School's ranking?
Northend Elementary School is ranked #900 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 10-14% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Northend Elementary School?
212 students attend Northend Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Northend Elementary School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are White, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northend Elementary School?
Northend Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Northend Elementary School offer ?
Northend Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northend Elementary School part of?
Northend Elementary School is part of New Britain School District.
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