Serving 318 students in grades 2-6, Pearson School ranks in the bottom 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 45% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is equal to 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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-6
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 45% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Pearson Middle School serves the entire district of Winsted, CT, covering an area of approximately 33.8 square miles. Most students typically have a drive of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the zone being about 5.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Pearson School's student population of 318 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
318 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pearson 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 Pearson School is 0.40, 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
#491 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
15%
32%
Black
3%
12%
White
76%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.6%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
38%
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 Pearson School's ranking?
Pearson School is ranked #491 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?
45% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Pearson School?
318 students attend Pearson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Pearson School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pearson School?
Pearson School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pearson School offer ?
Pearson School offers enrollment in grades 2-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pearson School part of?
Pearson School is part of Winchester School District.
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