Serving 438 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Vance Elementary 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 14% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 16% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 438 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 14% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Vance Elementary School's student population of 438 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
438 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Vance Elementary 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 Vance Elementary School is 0.47, 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
#859 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
14%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
71%
32%
Black
12%
12%
White
10%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.3%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
72%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vance Elementary School's ranking?
Vance Elementary School is ranked #859 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Vance Elementary School often compared to?
Vance Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Renzulli Gifted And Talented Academy, Chamberlain Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
14% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 16% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Vance Elementary School?
438 students attend Vance Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Vance Elementary School students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vance Elementary School?
Vance Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Vance Elementary School offer ?
Vance Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Vance Elementary School part of?
Vance Elementary School is part of New Britain School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
My daughter will be entering the second grade she can't wait until school starts and hopes her teacher will be as nice as Mrs Vass and Mrs Gsmbe..As a parent I am very happy with the school and staff. The only thing I would like to see change is a little more time for lunch and a better understanding of the lunch options my daughter has asked the lunch aids but still does not understand what she can have for a second choice.
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