Serving 311 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Edith E. Mackrille School ranks in the top 30% 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 60-64% (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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edith E. Mackrille School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Edith E. Mackrille School's student population of 311 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
311 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Edith E. Mackrille School ranks within the top 30% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edith E. Mackrille School is 0.73, which is more 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
#207 out of 942 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
31%
31%
Black
24%
12%
White
35%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
37%
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 Edith E. Mackrille School's ranking?
Edith E. Mackrille School is ranked #207 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Edith E. Mackrille School often compared to?
Edith E. Mackrille Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alma E. Pagels School, Forest School, Washington 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 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Edith E. Mackrille School?
311 students attend Edith E. Mackrille School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Edith E. Mackrille School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 24% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edith E. Mackrille School?
Edith E. Mackrille School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Edith E. Mackrille School offer ?
Edith E. Mackrille School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Edith E. Mackrille School part of?
Edith E. Mackrille School is part of West Haven School District.
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