Serving 395 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pomperaug Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 74% (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 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 395 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pomperaug Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Pomperaug Elementary School's student population of 395 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 24% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
395 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Pomperaug Elementary 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 Pomperaug Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#256 out of 939 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
11%
32%
Black
2%
12%
White
80%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pomperaug Elementary School's ranking?
Pomperaug Elementary School is ranked #256 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Pomperaug Elementary School often compared to?
Pomperaug Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Gainfield Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% 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 Pomperaug Elementary School?
395 students attend Pomperaug Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Pomperaug Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pomperaug Elementary School?
Pomperaug Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pomperaug Elementary School offer ?
Pomperaug Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pomperaug Elementary School part of?
Pomperaug Elementary School is part of Regional School District 15.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
LMES Half Day-Last Day
June 19, 2026 (Friday)
Tentative Last Day for MES Students - Early Dismissal (1:00)
June 19, 2026 (Friday)
MES First Day of School
September 01, 2026 (Tuesday)
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