Serving 295 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Canterbury Elementary 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 295 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Canterbury Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Canterbury Elementary School's student population of 295 students has grown by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
295 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Canterbury Elementary 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 Canterbury Elementary School is 0.28, 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
#454 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
12%
32%
Black
1%
12%
White
84%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Fox
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Canterbury Elementary School's ranking?
Canterbury Elementary School is ranked #454 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Canterbury Elementary School often compared to?
Canterbury Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Brooklyn Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Canterbury Elementary School?
295 students attend Canterbury Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Canterbury Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Canterbury Elementary School?
Canterbury Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Canterbury Elementary School offer ?
Canterbury Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Canterbury Elementary School part of?
Canterbury Elementary School is part of Canterbury School District.
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