Serving 290 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Chapel 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 30-34% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chapel School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
School Overview
Chapel School's student population of 290 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
290 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Rankings
Chapel 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 Chapel School is 0.71, which is more 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
#608 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
35%
32%
Black
28%
12%
White
31%
46%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
36%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Chapel Cheetahs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chapel School's ranking?
Chapel School is ranked #608 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Chapel School often compared to?
Chapel Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eli Whitney School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Chapel School?
290 students attend Chapel School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Chapel School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 28% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chapel School?
Chapel School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Chapel School offer ?
Chapel School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chapel School part of?
Chapel School is part of Stratford School District.
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