Serving 86 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Booth Free School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-79% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 8% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 86 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 8%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Booth Free School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Booth Free School's student population of 86 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 10 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
86 students
Total Classroom Teachers
10 teachers
Year Founded
1909
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Booth Free School ranks within the top 10% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Booth Free School is 0.15, 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
#50 out of 939 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Hispanic
3%
32%
White
92%
46%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
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 Booth Free School's ranking?
Booth Free School is ranked #50 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Booth Free School often compared to?
Booth Free Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Burnham School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Booth Free School?
86 students attend Booth Free School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
92% of Booth Free School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Booth Free School?
Booth Free School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Booth Free School offer ?
Booth Free School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Booth Free School part of?
Booth Free School is part of Regional School District 12.
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