Serving 440 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Horace W. Porter 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 46% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 52% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 46% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 52% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Horace W. Porter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Horace W. Porter School's student population of 440 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
440 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
Horace W. Porter 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 Horace W. Porter School is 0.30, 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
#461 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
11%
32%
White
83%
46%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Horace W. Porter School's ranking?
Horace W. Porter School is ranked #461 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
46% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 52% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Horace W. Porter School?
440 students attend Horace W. Porter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Horace W. Porter School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Horace W. Porter School?
Horace W. Porter School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Horace W. Porter School offer ?
Horace W. Porter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Horace W. Porter School part of?
Horace W. Porter School is part of Columbia School District.
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