Serving 411 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 75% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 79% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 79% (Top 10%)
- 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
School Overview
Tashua School's student population of 411 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
411 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tashua School ranks within the top 10% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tashua School is 0.51, 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
#48 out of 940 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
79%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
5%
Hispanic
13%
29%
Black
4%
13%
White
68%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tashua School's ranking?
Tashua School is ranked #48 out of 940 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 Booth Hill School, Daniels Farm School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Tashua School?
411 students attend Tashua School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Tashua School students are White, 13% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tashua School?
Tashua School has a student ration of 15:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Tashua School part of?
Tashua School is part of Trumbull School District.
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