Serving 380 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Pembroke 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (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 77% 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: 380 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pembroke School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Pembroke School's student population of 380 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
380 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Pembroke 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 Pembroke School is 0.61, 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
#734 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
57%
31%
Black
8%
12%
White
23%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pembroke School's ranking?
Pembroke School is ranked #734 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Pembroke School often compared to?
Pembroke Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Stadley Rough School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Pembroke School?
380 students attend Pembroke School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Pembroke School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pembroke School?
Pembroke School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pembroke School offer ?
Pembroke School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pembroke School part of?
Pembroke School is part of Danbury School District.
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