Serving 196 students in grades 3-4, Metacomet 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 33% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 43% (which is lower than 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 97% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-4
- Enrollment: 196 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 97%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 43% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Metacomet School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Metacomet School's student population of 196 students has declined by 25% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has grown by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
196 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Metacomet 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 Metacomet School is 0.44, 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
#590 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
43%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
18%
31%
Black
73%
12%
White
3%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
52%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
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 Metacomet School's ranking?
Metacomet School is ranked #590 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?
33% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 43% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Metacomet School?
196 students attend Metacomet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Metacomet School students are Black, 18% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are White, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Metacomet School?
Metacomet School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Metacomet School offer ?
Metacomet School offers enrollment in grades 3-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Metacomet School part of?
Metacomet School is part of Bloomfield School District.
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