Serving 196 students in grades 4-6, Thomaston Center School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 196 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: Thomaston Center School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Thomaston, CT, covering approximately 12.2 square miles. Typically, families can expect a drive of about 5-10 minutes to the school, with the farthest edge of the zone located 4.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Thomaston Center School's student population of 196 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
196 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
While we try to teach our children all about life, our children teach us what life is all about.
School Rankings
Thomaston Center School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomaston Center School is 0.35, 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
#411 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
12%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.1%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomaston Center School's ranking?
Thomaston Center School is ranked #411 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Thomaston Center School?
196 students attend Thomaston Center School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Thomaston Center School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomaston Center School?
Thomaston Center School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Thomaston Center School offer ?
Thomaston Center School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thomaston Center School part of?
Thomaston Center School is part of Thomaston School District.
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