Serving 558 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Putnam Elementary 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower 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 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 558 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39%
- Attendance Zone: Putnam Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district of Putnam, CT, covering approximately 20.4 square miles. Most areas within the zone are typically a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with an average distance of 3 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 6.4 miles to the furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Putnam Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
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Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Putnam Elementary School's student population of 558 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
558 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Putnam 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 Putnam Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#542 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)35-39%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 36-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
20%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
70%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.7%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Putnam Elementary School's ranking?
Putnam Elementary School is ranked #542 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Putnam Elementary School often compared to?
Putnam Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Woodstock Elementary School, Mary R. Fisher Elementary School, Killingly Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Putnam Elementary School?
558 students attend Putnam Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Putnam Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Putnam Elementary School?
Putnam Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Putnam Elementary School offer ?
Putnam Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Putnam Elementary School part of?
Putnam Elementary School is part of Putnam School District.
In what neighborhood is Putnam Elementary School located?
Putnam Elementary School is located in the Putnam District neighborhood of Putnam, CT. There are 2 other public schools located in Putnam District.
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