Serving 694 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Squadron Line School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 694 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Squadron Line School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Squadron Line School's student population of 694 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
694 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Squadron Line School ranks within the top 20% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Squadron Line School is 0.44, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#122 out of 942 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
12%
29%
Black
4%
13%
White
74%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Squadron Line School's ranking?
Squadron Line School is ranked #122 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Squadron Line School often compared to?
Squadron Line Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Squadron Line School?
694 students attend Squadron Line School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Squadron Line School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Squadron Line School?
Squadron Line School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Squadron Line School offer ?
Squadron Line School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Squadron Line School part of?
Squadron Line School is part of Simsbury School District.
In what neighborhood is Squadron Line School located?
Squadron Line School is located in the Simsbury Center neighborhood of Simsbury, CT. There are 3 other public schools located in Simsbury Center.
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