Serving 328 students in grades Kindergarten-8, Odyssey Community 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 41% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 328 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Odyssey Community School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Odyssey Community School's student population of 328 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
328 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Odyssey Community School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Odyssey Community School is 0.78, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#489 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
21%
5%
Hispanic
21%
29%
Black
22%
13%
White
29%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Odyssey Community School's ranking?
Odyssey Community School is ranked #489 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Odyssey Community School often compared to?
Odyssey Community Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Waddell School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Odyssey Community School?
328 students attend Odyssey Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
29% of Odyssey Community School students are White, 22% of students are Black, 21% of students are Asian, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Odyssey Community School?
Odyssey Community School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Odyssey Community School offer ?
Odyssey Community School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Odyssey Community School part of?
Odyssey Community School is part of Odyssey Community School District.
In what neighborhood is Odyssey Community School located?
Odyssey Community School is located in the Central Manchester neighborhood of Manchester, CT. There are 5 other public schools located in Central Manchester.
School Reviews
5 7/27/2012
this is a WONDERFUL choice -the teachers/staff has taught my granddaughter the important values for her future-Every year I am amazed by what she has learned-I guess I am the "lucky one"
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