Serving 323 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Mathewson 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to 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 39% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 323 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Mathewson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Mathewson School's student population of 323 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
323 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Mathewson 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 Mathewson School is 0.58, 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
#416 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
21%
31%
Black
4%
12%
White
61%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Mathewson School's ranking?
Mathewson School is ranked #416 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Mathewson School often compared to?
Mathewson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meadowside School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Mathewson School?
323 students attend Mathewson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Mathewson School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Mathewson School?
Mathewson School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mathewson School offer ?
Mathewson School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Mathewson School part of?
Mathewson School is part of Milford School District.
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