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#757 of 990 schools in CT

Bielefield School

Elementary School · Middletown School District

70 Maynard St., Middletown, CT 06457

Enrollment

237

Student-Teacher

12.5:1

Score

4.8

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#757 of 990

In Middletown

#10 of 11

public schools

In district

#10 of 10

Middletown School District

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Bielefield School

4.8/10

Elementary School in Middletown · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.6/10

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5.0/10

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About Bielefield School

Bielefield School is a public elementary school in Middletown, CT, part of Middletown School District. Bielefield School serves approximately 237 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Bielefield School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10 and ranks #757 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Bielefield School show 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 4.8 · Below Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.7Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-4.15 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.6Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency22% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency27% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile27th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,370
Chronic Absenteeism17.7%

Bielefield School — Students at Bielefield School score 27% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

64.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 41.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 45.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from CT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2011
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
47%
2015
Math
32%
ELA
37%
2016
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
42%
2018
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2019
Math
32%
ELA
42%
2020*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
12%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
22%
ELA
32%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 3.7/10.

How Bielefield School Compares

See how Bielefield School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
4.8/10
24th percentile in CT
Academic
4.6/10
Below Average
Growth
3.7/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
64%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
17.7%

Location

70 Maynard St., Middletown, CT 06457

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Bielefield School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Valley View School (rated 7.4/10, 2.5 miles away, in nearby Portland), which scores notably higher. Another option is Wesley School (rated 7.3/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, MacDonough School (rated 7.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Middletown, see our Middletown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Farm Hill School Middletown 0.5 mi 5.6
Beman Middle School Middletown 0.7 mi 5.0
XAVIER HIGH SCHOOL Middletown 0.9 mi 4.2
ST JOHN PAUL II SCHOOL Middletown 1.2 mi 6.5
MacDonough School Middletown 2.1 mi 7.2
Brownstone Intermediate School Portland 2.4 mi 6.4
Valley View School Portland 2.5 mi 7.4
Wesley School Middletown 2.2 mi 7.3
Portland Middle School Portland 2.7 mi 5.7
Snow School Middletown 2.1 mi 6.9
Portland High School Portland 2.7 mi 6.1
Vinal Technical High School Middletown 2.4 mi 3.7
MERCY HIGH SCHOOL Middletown 2.3 mi 5.2
Spencer School Middletown 2.7 mi 5.2
Gildersleeve School Portland 3.5 mi 7.2
Middletown High School Middletown 3.4 mi 7.0
Middlefield Memorial School Middlefield 3.4 mi 6.2
THE INDEPENDENT DAY SCHOOL Middlefield 3.7 mi 7.1
Lawrence School Middletown 4.0 mi 5.5
ADELBROOK Cromwell 4.4 mi 8.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06457 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,003

Median Home Value

$279,500

Median Rent

$1,392/mo

Population

46,690

College Educated

40.7%

Homeownership

53.1%

Avg Commute

22.4 min

Poverty Rate

12.1%

Median Age

39.8

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ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Danbury, CT 4.9

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Bielefield School

What grades does Bielefield School serve?

Bielefield School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Bielefield School?

Bielefield School has an enrollment of approximately 237 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Bielefield School?

The student-teacher ratio at Bielefield School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Bielefield School rank in CT?

Bielefield School ranks #757 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Bielefield School's MySchoolScout rating?

Bielefield School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.8 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Bielefield School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Bielefield School has 42% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 46% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Bielefield School a charter school?

No, Bielefield School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Bielefield School a Title I school?

No, Bielefield School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Bielefield School?

64.1% of students at Bielefield School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
44 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
21 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
237
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
64.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Connecticut Planning Region 3
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
17.7%

District

Middletown School District
District Enrollment
4,378
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$28,370
District Rank
#10 of 10

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