Serving 288 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Buckley School ranks in the bottom 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). 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 8:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 288 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Buckley School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Buckley School's student population of 288 students has declined by 21% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
288 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Buckley School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Buckley School is 0.72, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#536 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
25%
30%
Black
22%
12%
White
41%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
36%
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 Buckley School's ranking?
Buckley School is ranked #536 out of 942 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?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Buckley School?
288 students attend Buckley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Buckley School students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Buckley School?
Buckley School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Buckley School offer ?
Buckley School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Buckley School part of?
Buckley School is part of Manchester School District.
In what neighborhood is Buckley School located?
Buckley School is located in the Robertson neighborhood of Manchester, CT.
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