Serving 358 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Samuel Huntington School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 15-19% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Samuel Huntington School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Samuel Huntington School's student population of 358 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
358 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Samuel Huntington School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Samuel Huntington School is 0.74, which is more 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
#724 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
36%
32%
Black
18%
12%
White
30%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Samuel Huntington School's ranking?
Samuel Huntington School is ranked #724 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Samuel Huntington School?
358 students attend Samuel Huntington School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Samuel Huntington School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 18% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Samuel Huntington School?
Samuel Huntington School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Samuel Huntington School offer ?
Samuel Huntington School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Samuel Huntington School part of?
Samuel Huntington School is part of Norwich School District.
In what neighborhood is Samuel Huntington School located?
Samuel Huntington School is located in the Norwichtown neighborhood of Norwich, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in Norwichtown.
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