Serving 410 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Odyssey Community School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). 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 76% of the student body (majority Asian and Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 76%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 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
School Overview
Odyssey Community School's student population of 410 students has grown by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
410 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
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Year Founded
1997
School Calendar
School Rankings
Odyssey Community 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 Odyssey Community School is 0.79, which is more 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
#438 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Asian
26%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Hispanic
21%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Black
22%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
White
24%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 28-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.7%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Odyssey Community School's ranking?
Odyssey Community School is ranked #438 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 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?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% 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?
410 students attend Odyssey Community School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
26% of Odyssey Community School students are Asian, 24% of students are White, 22% of students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
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 Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
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 10/10/2025
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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