Henry Barnard School serves 369 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 83%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 79%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94%
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Henry Barnard School's student population of 369 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
369 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Henry Barnard School is 0.60, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)90-94%
83%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)80-84%
79%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
26%
31%
Black
7%
12%
White
57%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 83% CT state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 79% CT state average).
How many students attend Henry Barnard School?
369 students attend Henry Barnard School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Henry Barnard School students are White, 26% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 7% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henry Barnard School?
Henry Barnard School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Henry Barnard School offer ?
Henry Barnard School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Henry Barnard School part of?
Henry Barnard School is part of Enfield School District.
In what neighborhood is Henry Barnard School located?
Henry Barnard School is located in the Sherwood Manor neighborhood of Enfield, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in Sherwood Manor.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break - No School
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
Spring Break - No School
April 15, 2025 (Tuesday)
Spring Break - No School
April 16, 2025 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - No School
April 17, 2025 (Thursday)
Scheduled Last Day of School
June 11, 2025 (Wednesday)
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