Serving 191 students in grades 3-5, R. Dudley Seymour School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60% (which is higher 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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 191 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: R. Dudley Seymour School serves the entire district of East Granby, CT, covering an area of 17.7 square miles. Families typically drive 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the nearest boundary and a maximum distance of 4.3 miles to the furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
R. Dudley Seymour School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
R. Dudley Seymour School's student population of 191 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
191 students
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
R. Dudley Seymour School ranks within the top 30% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of R. Dudley Seymour School is 0.41, 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
#273 out of 939 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
7%
32%
Black
5%
12%
White
76%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.9%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
38%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is R. Dudley Seymour School's ranking?
R. Dudley Seymour School is ranked #273 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 60% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend R. Dudley Seymour School?
191 students attend R. Dudley Seymour School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of R. Dudley Seymour School students are White, 7% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of R. Dudley Seymour School?
R. Dudley Seymour School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does R. Dudley Seymour School offer ?
R. Dudley Seymour School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is R. Dudley Seymour School part of?
R. Dudley Seymour School is part of East Granby School District.
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