Serving 264 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Great Plain 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 16:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 264 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Great Plain School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Great Plain School's student population of 264 students has declined by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 17 teachers has declined by 26% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
264 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
17 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Great Plain 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 Great Plain School is 0.62, 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
#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%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
55%
31%
Black
5%
12%
White
28%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Great Plain School's ranking?
Great Plain School is ranked #260 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Great Plain School often compared to?
Great Plain Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mill Ridge Primary School, Stadley Rough School, Pembroke School by visitors of our site.
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 Great Plain School?
264 students attend Great Plain School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Great Plain School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Great Plain School?
Great Plain School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Great Plain School offer ?
Great Plain School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Great Plain School part of?
Great Plain School is part of Danbury School District.
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