Hurlbutt Elementary School serves 462 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hurlbutt Elementary School's student population of 462 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
462 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Year Founded
1905
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
School Motto
'Be Safe, Be Kind, Be Responsible.'
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hurlbutt Elementary School is 0.42, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
10%
31%
Black
1%
12%
White
75%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
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 schools are Hurlbutt Elementary School often compared to?
Hurlbutt Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barlow Mountain Elementary School by visitors of our site.
How many students attend Hurlbutt Elementary School?
462 students attend Hurlbutt Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Hurlbutt Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hurlbutt Elementary School?
Hurlbutt Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hurlbutt Elementary School offer ?
Hurlbutt Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hurlbutt Elementary School part of?
Hurlbutt Elementary School is part of Weston School District.
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