Serving 833 students in grades Kindergarten-8, West Bristol 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 26% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 833 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: West Bristol School serves the west part of Bristol, CT, covering an area of approximately 6.4 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
West Bristol School's student population of 833 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 65 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
833 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
65 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Bristol 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 West Bristol School is 0.65, 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
#678 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
38%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Black
7%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
White
45%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.1%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-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 West Bristol School's ranking?
West Bristol School is ranked #678 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are West Bristol School often compared to?
West Bristol Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Webster Hill School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
26% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend West Bristol School?
833 students attend West Bristol School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of West Bristol School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Bristol School?
West Bristol School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Bristol School offer ?
West Bristol School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Bristol School part of?
West Bristol School is part of Bristol School District.
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