Serving 454 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, John Paterson School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (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 45% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 454 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
John Paterson School's student population of 454 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
454 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
John Paterson School ranks within the top 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Paterson 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
#391 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
10%
5%
Hispanic
27%
31%
Black
4%
12%
White
55%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Paterson School's ranking?
John Paterson School is ranked #391 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are John Paterson School often compared to?
John Paterson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Anna Reynolds School, Elizabeth Green School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend John Paterson School?
454 students attend John Paterson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of John Paterson School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of John Paterson School?
John Paterson School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does John Paterson School offer ?
John Paterson School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is John Paterson School part of?
John Paterson School is part of Newington School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Eid al-Fitr - Schools Closed/ Offices Open
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
April Vacation - Schools Closed/ Offices Open
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
April Vacation - Schools Closed/ Offices Open
April 15, 2025 (Tuesday)
April Vacation - Schools Closed/ Offices Open
April 16, 2025 (Wednesday)
April Vacation - Schools Closed/ Offices Open
April 17, 2025 (Thursday)
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