Serving 236 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Side By Side Charter 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Side By Side Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Side By Side Charter School's student population of 236 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
236 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Side By Side Charter 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 Side By Side Charter School is 0.59, 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
#469 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
58%
30%
Black
25%
12%
White
10%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Side By Side Charter School's ranking?
Side By Side Charter School is ranked #469 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Side By Side Charter School often compared to?
Side By Side Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Concord Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Side By Side Charter School?
236 students attend Side By Side Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Side By Side Charter School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Side By Side Charter School?
Side By Side Charter School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Side By Side Charter School offer ?
Side By Side Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Side By Side Charter School part of?
Side By Side Charter School is part of Side By Side Charter School District.
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