Serving 197 students in grades 4-6, Thomaston Center School ranks in the top 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 35-39% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). 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 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Thomaston Center School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Thomaston Center School's student population of 197 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
197 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Thomaston Center School ranks within the top 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomaston Center School is 0.29, 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
#463 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
8%
31%
Black
3%
12%
White
84%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Thomaston Center School's ranking?
Thomaston Center School is ranked #463 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
35-39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Thomaston Center School?
197 students attend Thomaston Center School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Thomaston Center School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Thomaston Center School?
Thomaston Center School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Thomaston Center School offer ?
Thomaston Center School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thomaston Center School part of?
Thomaston Center School is part of Thomaston School District.
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