Serving 325 students in grades 3-5, Prudence Crandall 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 35% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 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 Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 325 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 39%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 35% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Prudence Crandall School's student population of 325 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
325 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Prudence Crandall 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 Prudence Crandall 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
#616 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
21%
31%
Black
8%
12%
White
61%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Prudence Crandall School's ranking?
Prudence Crandall School is ranked #616 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Prudence Crandall School?
325 students attend Prudence Crandall School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Prudence Crandall School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Prudence Crandall School?
Prudence Crandall School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Prudence Crandall School offer ?
Prudence Crandall School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Prudence Crandall School part of?
Prudence Crandall School is part of Enfield School District.
In what neighborhood is Prudence Crandall School located?
Prudence Crandall School is located in the Sherwood Manor neighborhood of Enfield, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in Sherwood Manor.
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