Serving 457 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Roger Sherman School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 38% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 87% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 457 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 87%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Roger Sherman School serves the eastern part of Meriden, CT, covering an area of approximately 1.5 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive of the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 1.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roger Sherman School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
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Attribute
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School Overview
Roger Sherman School's student population of 457 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
457 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Roger Sherman 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 Roger Sherman 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
#593 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
67%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
11%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
13%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22.3%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roger Sherman School's ranking?
Roger Sherman School is ranked #593 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
38% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Roger Sherman School?
457 students attend Roger Sherman School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Roger Sherman School students are Hispanic, 13% of students are White, 11% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Roger Sherman School?
Roger Sherman School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Roger Sherman School offer ?
Roger Sherman School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Roger Sherman School part of?
Roger Sherman School is part of Meriden School District.
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