Serving 363 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Alma E. Pagels School ranks in the bottom 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 35-39% (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 69% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 69%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alma E. Pagels School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Alma E. Pagels School's student population of 363 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
363 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Year Founded
2025
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
Last Day of School
Mon. May 25, 2026
School Rankings
Alma E. Pagels School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Alma E. Pagels School is 0.75, which is more 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
#573 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
31%
31%
Black
24%
12%
White
31%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Alma E. Pagels School's ranking?
Alma E. Pagels School is ranked #573 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Alma E. Pagels School often compared to?
Alma E. Pagels Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Edith E. Mackrille School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Alma E. Pagels School?
363 students attend Alma E. Pagels School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Alma E. Pagels School students are Hispanic, 31% of students are White, 24% of students are Black, 9% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alma E. Pagels School?
Alma E. Pagels School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Alma E. Pagels School offer ?
Alma E. Pagels School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Alma E. Pagels School part of?
Alma E. Pagels School is part of West Haven School District.
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