Serving 652 students in grades 3-5, Ralph M. T. Johnson School ranks in the top 50% 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 57% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 57% (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 50% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 652 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 50%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 57% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Ralph M. T. Johnson School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Bethel, CT school district, covering approximately 16.9 square miles. The area typically allows for a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with an average distance of 2.1 miles from the school to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 3.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ralph M. T. Johnson School's student population of 652 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
652 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Johnson Pride: Respect and Responsibility
School Rankings
Ralph M. T. Johnson 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 Ralph M. T. Johnson School is 0.65, 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
#347 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
30%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
50%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
5%
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)6.9%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-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 Ralph M. T. Johnson School's ranking?
Ralph M. T. Johnson School is ranked #347 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
57% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 57% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Ralph M. T. Johnson School?
652 students attend Ralph M. T. Johnson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
50% of Ralph M. T. Johnson School students are White, 30% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Ralph M. T. Johnson School?
Ralph M. T. Johnson School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ralph M. T. Johnson School offer ?
Ralph M. T. Johnson School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ralph M. T. Johnson School part of?
Ralph M. T. Johnson School is part of Bethel School District.
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