Serving 460 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Holmes Elementary 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 18% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20% (which is lower 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 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 460 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 18% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holmes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Holmes Elementary School's student population of 460 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
460 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Holmes Elementary 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 Holmes Elementary School is 0.69, which is more 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
#803 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
18%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
48%
30%
Black
14%
12%
White
23%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holmes Elementary School's ranking?
Holmes Elementary School is ranked #803 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
18% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 20% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Holmes Elementary School?
460 students attend Holmes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Holmes Elementary School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 14% of students are Black, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holmes Elementary School?
Holmes Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Holmes Elementary School offer ?
Holmes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Holmes Elementary School part of?
Holmes Elementary School is part of New Britain School District.
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