Serving 423 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Thalberg Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 27% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 423 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thalberg Elementary School's student population of 423 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
423 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thalberg Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thalberg Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#360 out of 940 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
11%
29%
Black
3%
13%
White
73%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Thalberg Elementary School's ranking?
Thalberg Elementary School is ranked #360 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Thalberg Elementary School often compared to?
Thalberg Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Laurel Ledge School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Thalberg Elementary School?
423 students attend Thalberg Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Thalberg Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thalberg Elementary School?
Thalberg Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Thalberg Elementary School offer ?
Thalberg Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Thalberg Elementary School part of?
Thalberg Elementary School is part of Southington School District.
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