John Trumbull Primary School serves 610 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 610 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
John Trumbull Primary School's student population of 610 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
610 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
Campus Size
50 acres
School Motto
Truth and Honor
School Rankings
The diversity score of John Trumbull Primary School is 0.42, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
18%
32%
Black
4%
12%
White
74%
46%
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
33%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend John Trumbull Primary School?
610 students attend John Trumbull Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of John Trumbull Primary School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Trumbull Primary School?
John Trumbull Primary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does John Trumbull Primary School offer ?
John Trumbull Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John Trumbull Primary School part of?
John Trumbull Primary School is part of Watertown School District.
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