Serving 290 students in grades 2-4, Gildersleeve School ranks in the top 30% 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 60-64% (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 28% 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: 2-4
- Enrollment: 290 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Gildersleeve School's student population of 290 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 2-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
290 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Gildersleeve 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 Gildersleeve School is 0.45, 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
#260 out of 942 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
19%
30%
Black
3%
12%
White
72%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Gildersleeve School's ranking?
Gildersleeve School is ranked #260 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% 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 Gildersleeve School?
290 students attend Gildersleeve School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Gildersleeve School students are White, 19% 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 Gildersleeve School?
Gildersleeve School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gildersleeve School offer ?
Gildersleeve School offers enrollment in grades 2-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Gildersleeve School part of?
Gildersleeve School is part of Portland School District.
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