Serving 299 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Essex Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 299 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Essex Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Essex Elementary School's student population of 299 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
299 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Essex Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Essex Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#77 out of 942 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
9%
31%
Black
n/a
12%
White
87%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
18%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Essex Elementary School's ranking?
Essex Elementary School is ranked #77 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Essex Elementary School often compared to?
Essex Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Kathleen E. Goodwin School, Daisy Ingraham 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 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Essex Elementary School?
299 students attend Essex Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Essex Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Essex Elementary School?
Essex Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Essex Elementary School offer ?
Essex Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Essex Elementary School part of?
Essex Elementary School is part of Essex School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
COLLABORATIVE PRESCHOOL ONLY last day of preschool
June 10, 2025 (Tuesday)
PLANNED Last Day of Schools - Early Dismissal
June 11, 2025 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School if 1 makeup day is needed
June 12, 2025 (Thursday)
Last Day of School if 2 makeup days are needed
June 13, 2025 (Friday)
Last Day of School if 3 makeup days are needed
June 16, 2025 (Monday)
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