Serving 421 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Green Acres Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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 70-74% (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 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 421 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Green Acres Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Green Acres Elementary School's student population of 421 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
421 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Green Acres Elementary 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 Green Acres Elementary 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
#179 out of 942 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
13%
30%
Black
7%
12%
White
65%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
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 Green Acres Elementary School's ranking?
Green Acres Elementary School is ranked #179 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Green Acres Elementary School often compared to?
Green Acres Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridge Road Elementary 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 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Green Acres Elementary School?
421 students attend Green Acres Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Green Acres Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Green Acres Elementary School?
Green Acres Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Green Acres Elementary School offer ?
Green Acres Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Green Acres Elementary School part of?
Green Acres Elementary School is part of North Haven School District.
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