Serving 203 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Silver Lane 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 95% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 203 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 95%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-29% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Silver Lane School serves the west part of East Hartford, CT, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge of the zone located about one mile away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Silver Lane School's student population of 203 students has declined by 24% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
203 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Silver Lane 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 Silver Lane School is 0.55, 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
#801 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-29%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
53%
32%
Black
42%
12%
White
5%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)36.5%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
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 Silver Lane School's ranking?
Silver Lane School is ranked #801 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Silver Lane School often compared to?
Silver Lane Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Riverside Magnet School At Goodwin University by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Silver Lane School?
203 students attend Silver Lane School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
53% of Silver Lane School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are Black, and 5% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Silver Lane School?
Silver Lane School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Silver Lane School offer ?
Silver Lane School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Silver Lane School part of?
Silver Lane School is part of East Hartford School District.
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