Serving 375 students in grades 1-6, Race Brook School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 375 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Race Brook School serves the northeast part of Orange, CT, covering an area of approximately 7.1 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the farthest edge of the attendance zone being about 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Race Brook School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Race Brook School's student population of 375 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
375 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
1959
School Motto
there is no greater gift one human being can give another, than the opportunity to learn and grow in a nurturing environment
School Rankings
Race Brook School ranks within the top 20% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Race Brook School is 0.52, 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
#178 out of 939 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Asian
16%
5%
Hispanic
10%
32%
Black
4%
12%
White
67%
46%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.7%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Race Brook School's ranking?
Race Brook School is ranked #178 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Race Brook School often compared to?
Race Brook Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peck Place School, Turkey Hill School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Race Brook School?
375 students attend Race Brook School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Race Brook School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Race Brook School?
Race Brook School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Race Brook School offer ?
Race Brook School offers enrollment in grades 1-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Race Brook School part of?
Race Brook School is part of Orange School District.
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