Serving 440 students in grades 5-6, Thompson Brook 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 72% (which is higher 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 40% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 5-6
- Enrollment: 440 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 40%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 67% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thompson Brook School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Thompson Brook School's student population of 440 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 5-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
440 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thompson Brook 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 Thompson Brook School is 0.59, 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
#200 out of 942 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
67%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
19%
5%
Hispanic
6%
31%
Black
8%
12%
White
60%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thompson Brook School's ranking?
Thompson Brook School is ranked #200 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
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 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Thompson Brook School?
440 students attend Thompson Brook School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
60% of Thompson Brook School students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thompson Brook School?
Thompson Brook School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Thompson Brook School offer ?
Thompson Brook School offers enrollment in grades 5-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Thompson Brook School part of?
Thompson Brook School is part of Avon School District.
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