Serving 673 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 55% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). 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 51% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 673 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 51%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 57% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 61% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ralph M. T. Johnson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Ralph M. T. Johnson School's student population of 673 students has grown by 39% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has grown by 54% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
673 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Ralph M. T. Johnson School ranks within the top 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ralph M. T. Johnson School is 0.66, 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
#352 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
57%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
2%
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
31%
31%
Black
5%
12%
White
49%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ralph M. T. Johnson School's ranking?
Ralph M. T. Johnson School is ranked #352 out of 942 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?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% 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?
673 students attend Ralph M. T. Johnson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
49% of Ralph M. T. Johnson School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 4% 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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