Serving 452 students in grades 7-12, The Gilbert 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 25-29% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 44% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 7-12
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Graduation Rate: 85-89% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50%
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
The Gilbert School's student population of 452 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 7-12
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
452 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Year Founded
1895
School Rankings
The Gilbert 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 The Gilbert School is 0.51, 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
#626 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 12-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 12-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Hispanic
21%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
3%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
White
67%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Two or more races
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Graduation Rate
85-89%
88.2%
Showing 2014–2023. View full 13-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)25.9%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is The Gilbert School's ranking?
The Gilbert School is ranked #626 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are The Gilbert School often compared to?
The Gilbert Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northwestern Regional High School, Northwestern Regional Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
25-29% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of The Gilbert School?
The graduation rate of The Gilbert School is 85-89%, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 88.2%.
How many students attend The Gilbert School?
452 students attend The Gilbert School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of The Gilbert School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of The Gilbert School?
The Gilbert School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does The Gilbert School offer ?
The Gilbert School offers enrollment in grades 7-12 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is The Gilbert School part of?
The Gilbert School is part of The Gilbert School District.
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