Serving 515 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Chatfield-lopresti School ranks in the top 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 53% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50% (which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% 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: 515 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Chatfield-lopresti School's student population of 515 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 23% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
515 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Year Founded
2000
Colors
Blue and Gold
Campus Size
5 acres
School Rankings
Chatfield-lopresti School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Chatfield-lopresti School is 0.58, 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
#435 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
26%
32%
Black
9%
12%
White
59%
46%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Cheetahs
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Chatfield-lopresti School's ranking?
Chatfield-lopresti School is ranked #435 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Chatfield-lopresti School often compared to?
Chatfield-lopresti Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bungay School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 50% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Chatfield-lopresti School?
515 students attend Chatfield-lopresti School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Chatfield-lopresti School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Chatfield-lopresti School?
Chatfield-lopresti School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Chatfield-lopresti School offer ?
Chatfield-lopresti School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Chatfield-lopresti School part of?
Chatfield-lopresti School is part of Seymour School District.
School Calendar
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Date
First Day of School
August 26, 2026 (Wednesday)
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