Serving 358 students in grades 1-6, Peck Place School ranks in the top 30% 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 61% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (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 31% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 358 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Peck Place School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Peck Place School's student population of 358 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
358 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Peck Place School ranks within the top 30% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Peck Place School is 0.49, 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
#221 out of 942 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
16%
5%
Hispanic
7%
30%
Black
2%
12%
White
69%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Peck Place School's ranking?
Peck Place School is ranked #221 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Peck Place School often compared to?
Peck Place Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Race Brook School, Turkey Hill School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Peck Place School?
358 students attend Peck Place School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Peck Place School students are White, 16% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Peck Place School?
Peck Place School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Peck Place School offer ?
Peck Place School offers enrollment in grades 1-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Peck Place School part of?
Peck Place School is part of Orange School District.
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