Serving 150 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Chaplin Elementary School ranks in the bottom 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 150 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Chaplin Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Chaplin Elementary School's student population of 150 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
150 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Chaplin 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 Chaplin Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#471 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
11%
32%
Black
2%
12%
White
79%
46%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chaplin Elementary School's ranking?
Chaplin Elementary School is ranked #471 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Chaplin Elementary School often compared to?
Chaplin Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hampton Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Chaplin Elementary School?
150 students attend Chaplin Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Chaplin Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chaplin Elementary School?
Chaplin Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Chaplin Elementary School offer ?
Chaplin Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chaplin Elementary School part of?
Chaplin Elementary School is part of Chaplin School District.
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