Serving 379 students in grades 3-5, Wells Road Intermediate 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 53% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (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 19% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wells Road Intermediate School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wells Road Intermediate School's student population of 379 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
379 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wells Road Intermediate 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 Wells Road Intermediate School is 0.34, 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
#323 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
7%
30%
Black
7%
12%
White
81%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wells Road Intermediate School's ranking?
Wells Road Intermediate School is ranked #323 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Wells Road Intermediate School?
379 students attend Wells Road Intermediate School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Wells Road Intermediate School students are White, 7% of students are Black, 7% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wells Road Intermediate School?
Wells Road Intermediate School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wells Road Intermediate School offer ?
Wells Road Intermediate School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wells Road Intermediate School part of?
Wells Road Intermediate School is part of Granby School District.
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