Serving 467 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Cherry Brook Primary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 467 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cherry Brook Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Cherry Brook Primary School's student population of 467 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 31% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
467 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cherry Brook Primary School ranks within the top 20% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherry Brook Primary School is 0.29, 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
#186 out of 942 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
7%
30%
Black
4%
12%
White
84%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cherry Brook Primary School's ranking?
Cherry Brook Primary School is ranked #186 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Cherry Brook Primary School often compared to?
Cherry Brook Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Farms School, Mansfield Elementary At Goodwin by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Cherry Brook Primary School?
467 students attend Cherry Brook Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Cherry Brook Primary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cherry Brook Primary School?
Cherry Brook Primary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cherry Brook Primary School offer ?
Cherry Brook Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Cherry Brook Primary School part of?
Cherry Brook Primary School is part of Canton School District.
In what neighborhood is Cherry Brook Primary School located?
Cherry Brook Primary School is located in the Collinsville neighborhood of Canton, CT. There are 3 other public schools located in Collinsville.
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