Serving 405 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Elizabeth Shelton School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 405 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Elizabeth Shelton School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Elizabeth Shelton School's student population of 405 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
405 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Elizabeth Shelton School ranks within the top 30% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Elizabeth Shelton School is 0.59, 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
#245 out of 939 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
25%
32%
Black
10%
12%
White
58%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Elizabeth Shelton School's ranking?
Elizabeth Shelton School is ranked #245 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Elizabeth Shelton School often compared to?
Elizabeth Shelton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Booth Hill School, Mohegan School, Long Hill School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Elizabeth Shelton School?
405 students attend Elizabeth Shelton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Elizabeth Shelton School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Elizabeth Shelton School?
Elizabeth Shelton School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Elizabeth Shelton School offer ?
Elizabeth Shelton School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Elizabeth Shelton School part of?
Elizabeth Shelton School is part of Shelton School District.
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