Serving 508 students in grades 5-6, Gideon Welles 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 71% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75% (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 36% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gideon Welles School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Gideon Welles School's student population of 508 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has grown by 45% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
508 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Gideon Welles 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 Gideon Welles School is 0.55, 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
#110 out of 942 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
15%
5%
Hispanic
12%
30%
Black
3%
12%
White
64%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
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 Gideon Welles School's ranking?
Gideon Welles School is ranked #110 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 75% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Gideon Welles School?
508 students attend Gideon Welles School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Gideon Welles School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Gideon Welles School?
Gideon Welles School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gideon Welles School offer ?
Gideon Welles School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gideon Welles School part of?
Gideon Welles School is part of Glastonbury School District.
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