Serving 842 students in grades Kindergarten-8, West Bristol 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 24% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 38% (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 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 842 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 38% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Bristol School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
West Bristol School's student population of 842 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
842 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Bristol 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 West Bristol School is 0.65, 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
#680 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
24%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
38%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
39%
31%
Black
6%
12%
White
44%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
54%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Bristol School's ranking?
West Bristol School is ranked #680 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are West Bristol School often compared to?
West Bristol Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Webster Hill School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 38% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend West Bristol School?
842 students attend West Bristol School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of West Bristol School students are White, 39% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Bristol School?
West Bristol School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Bristol School offer ?
West Bristol School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Bristol School part of?
West Bristol School is part of Bristol School District.
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