Serving 276 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Frank T. Wheeler 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 276 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Frank T. Wheeler School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Frank T. Wheeler School's student population of 276 students has declined by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
276 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspire and prepare lifelong learners
School Rankings
Frank T. Wheeler School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Frank T. Wheeler School is 0.60, 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
#411 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
27%
31%
Black
4%
12%
White
57%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Frank T. Wheeler School's ranking?
Frank T. Wheeler School is ranked #411 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Frank T. Wheeler School often compared to?
Frank T. Wheeler Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ellen P. Hubbell School, Orchard Hills School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Frank T. Wheeler School?
276 students attend Frank T. Wheeler School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Frank T. Wheeler School students are White, 27% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Frank T. Wheeler School?
Frank T. Wheeler School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Frank T. Wheeler School offer ?
Frank T. Wheeler School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Frank T. Wheeler School part of?
Frank T. Wheeler School is part of Plainville School District.
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