Serving 354 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, East Haddam Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
East Haddam Elementary School's student population of 354 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
354 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
East Haddam Elementary 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 East Haddam Elementary School is 0.19, 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
#332 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%

Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%

Hispanic
5%
31%

Black
n/a
12%

White
90%
47%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
22%
37%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Haddam Elementary School's ranking?
East Haddam Elementary School is ranked #332 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are East Haddam Elementary School often compared to?
East Haddam Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lewin G. Joel Jr. School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend East Haddam Elementary School?
354 students attend East Haddam Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of East Haddam Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Haddam Elementary School?
East Haddam Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does East Haddam Elementary School offer ?
East Haddam Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is East Haddam Elementary School part of?
East Haddam Elementary School is part of East Haddam School District.
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