Serving 215 students in grades 5-6, Carmen Arace Intermediate 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 17% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 37% (which is lower 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 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 215 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 17% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Carmen Arace Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Carmen Arace Intermediate School's student population of 215 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
215 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Carmen Arace Intermediate 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 Carmen Arace Intermediate School is 0.41, 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
#714 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
17%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
12%
31%
Black
76%
12%
White
3%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
37%
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 Carmen Arace Intermediate School's ranking?
Carmen Arace Intermediate School is ranked #714 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?
17% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Carmen Arace Intermediate School?
215 students attend Carmen Arace Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Carmen Arace Intermediate School students are Black, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are White.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Carmen Arace Intermediate School?
Carmen Arace Intermediate School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Carmen Arace Intermediate School offer ?
Carmen Arace Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Carmen Arace Intermediate School part of?
Carmen Arace Intermediate School is part of Bloomfield School District.
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