Serving 130 students in grades 6-8, Preston Plains 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45-49% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 130 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Preston Plains School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Preston Plains School's student population of 130 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 9 teachers has declined by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
130 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
9 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Preston Plains 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 Preston Plains School is 0.35, 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
#542 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
11%
31%
Black
2%
12%
White
80%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
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 is Preston Plains School's ranking?
Preston Plains School is ranked #542 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Preston Plains School often compared to?
Preston Plains Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Griswold Middle School, Leonard J. Tyl Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 45-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Preston Plains School?
130 students attend Preston Plains School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Preston Plains School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Preston Plains School?
Preston Plains School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Preston Plains School offer ?
Preston Plains School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Preston Plains School part of?
Preston Plains School is part of Preston School District.
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