Serving 279 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Grove J. Tuttle School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 35-39% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 58% 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: 279 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 58%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Grove J. Tuttle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Grove J. Tuttle School's student population of 279 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
279 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Grove J. Tuttle School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Grove J. Tuttle School is 0.64, 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
#608 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
43%
31%
Black
4%
12%
White
42%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
50%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Grove J. Tuttle School's ranking?
Grove J. Tuttle School is ranked #608 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Grove J. Tuttle School often compared to?
Grove J. Tuttle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Carbone School/east Haven Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Grove J. Tuttle School?
279 students attend Grove J. Tuttle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Grove J. Tuttle School students are Hispanic, 42% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Grove J. Tuttle School?
Grove J. Tuttle School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Grove J. Tuttle School offer ?
Grove J. Tuttle School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Grove J. Tuttle School part of?
Grove J. Tuttle School is part of East Haven School District.
In what neighborhood is Grove J. Tuttle School located?
Grove J. Tuttle School is located in the The Centre neighborhood of East Haven, CT. There are 3 other public schools located in The Centre.
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