Serving 419 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Tashua School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 419 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tashua School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Tashua School's student population of 419 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
419 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tashua School ranks within the top 10% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tashua School is 0.54, 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
#61 out of 942 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
17%
31%
Black
4%
12%
White
65%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Tashua School's ranking?
Tashua School is ranked #61 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Tashua School often compared to?
Tashua Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Daniels Farm School, Booth Hill School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Tashua School?
419 students attend Tashua School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Tashua School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tashua School?
Tashua School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Tashua School offer ?
Tashua School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tashua School part of?
Tashua School is part of Trumbull School District.
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