Serving 302 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Shepherd Glen 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 302 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 83%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shepherd Glen School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Shepherd Glen School's student population of 302 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
302 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Shepherd Glen 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 Shepherd Glen School is 0.75, which is more 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
#579 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
17%
5%
Hispanic
21%
31%
Black
39%
12%
White
17%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shepherd Glen School's ranking?
Shepherd Glen School is ranked #579 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Shepherd Glen School often compared to?
Shepherd Glen Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bear Path School, Spring Glen School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Shepherd Glen School?
302 students attend Shepherd Glen School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Shepherd Glen School students are Black, 21% of students are Hispanic, 17% of students are Asian, 17% of students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Shepherd Glen School?
Shepherd Glen School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Shepherd Glen School offer ?
Shepherd Glen School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Shepherd Glen School part of?
Shepherd Glen School is part of Hamden School District.
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