Serving 352 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Catherine Kolnaski Magnet School ranks in the top 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Catherine Kolnaski Magnet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Catherine Kolnaski Magnet School's student population of 352 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
352 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Catherine Kolnaski Magnet School ranks within the top 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Catherine Kolnaski Magnet School is 0.76, 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
#469 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
29%
30%
Black
8%
12%
White
34%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
19%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Catherine Kolnaski Magnet School's ranking?
Catherine Kolnaski Magnet School is ranked #469 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Catherine Kolnaski Magnet School?
352 students attend Catherine Kolnaski Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Catherine Kolnaski Magnet School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 19% of students are Two or more races, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Catherine Kolnaski Magnet School?
Catherine Kolnaski Magnet School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Catherine Kolnaski Magnet School offer ?
Catherine Kolnaski Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Catherine Kolnaski Magnet School part of?
Catherine Kolnaski Magnet School is part of Groton School District.
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