Serving 225 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Calvin Leete School ranks in the top 10% 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (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 21% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 225 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Calvin Leete School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Calvin Leete School's student population of 225 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
225 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Calvin Leete School ranks within the top 10% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Calvin Leete School is 0.37, which is less 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
#57 out of 942 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
6%
30%
Black
2%
12%
White
79%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Calvin Leete School's ranking?
Calvin Leete School is ranked #57 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Calvin Leete School often compared to?
Calvin Leete Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like A. W. Cox School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Calvin Leete School?
225 students attend Calvin Leete School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Calvin Leete School students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Calvin Leete School?
Calvin Leete School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Calvin Leete School offer ?
Calvin Leete School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Calvin Leete School part of?
Calvin Leete School is part of Guilford School District.
In what neighborhood is Calvin Leete School located?
Calvin Leete School is located in the Guilford Center neighborhood of Guilford, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in Guilford Center.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
Second to Last Day of School Early Dismissal 1:52
June 12, 2025 (Thursday)
Last Day of School Early Dismissal 1:52
June 13, 2025 (Friday)
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