Serving 532 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Lewin G. Joel Jr. 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 55-59% (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 32% 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: 532 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lewin G. Joel Jr. School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Lewin G. Joel Jr. School's student population of 532 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
532 students
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Lewin G. Joel Jr. 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 Lewin G. Joel Jr. School is 0.48, 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
#381 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
25%
32%
Black
1%
12%
White
68%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
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 Lewin G. Joel Jr. School's ranking?
Lewin G. Joel Jr. School is ranked #381 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?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Lewin G. Joel Jr. School?
532 students attend Lewin G. Joel Jr. School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Lewin G. Joel Jr. School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lewin G. Joel Jr. School?
Lewin G. Joel Jr. School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lewin G. Joel Jr. School offer ?
Lewin G. Joel Jr. School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lewin G. Joel Jr. School part of?
Lewin G. Joel Jr. School is part of Clinton School District.
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