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#267 of 990 schools in CT

Top 27% in state

Booth Hill School

Elementary School · Shelton School District

544 Booth Hill Rd., Shelton, CT 06484

Enrollment

283

Student-Teacher

13.5:1

Score

7.8

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#267 of 990

In Shelton

#2 of 8

public schools

In district

#2 of 8

Shelton School District

Academic performance

8.9 / 10

Excellent

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Booth Hill School

7.8/10

Elementary School in Shelton · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.7/10

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7.7/10

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About Booth Hill School

Booth Hill School is a public elementary school in Shelton, CT, part of Shelton School District. Booth Hill School serves approximately 283 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 13.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Booth Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 out of 10 and ranks #267 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Booth Hill School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 7.8 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.3
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.05 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency70% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile82th
Resources & Environment4.5Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,051
Chronic Absenteeism14.1%

Booth Hill School — Students at Booth Hill School score 70% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

23.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 76.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 76.9% (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
94%
ELA
91%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
72%
ELA
67%

* 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: 8.5/10.

How Booth Hill School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.8/10
73th percentile in CT
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
8.5/10
Excellent
Environment
4.5/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
24%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
14.1%

Location

544 Booth Hill Rd., Shelton, CT 06484

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Booth Hill School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Daniels Farm School (rated 8.7/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby Trumbull), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Tashua School (rated 8.6/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby Trumbull), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Middlebrook School (rated 8.5/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Trumbull), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Shelton, see our Shelton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Daniels Farm School Trumbull 1.3 mi 8.7
Trumbull High School Trumbull 1.5 mi 7.7
Mohegan School Shelton 1.5 mi 6.3
Booth Hill School Trumbull 1.7 mi 7.9
Hillcrest Middle School Trumbull 1.8 mi 8.3
ST JOSEPH HIGH SCHOOL Trumbull 1.8 mi 4.0
HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC ACADEMY Shelton 2.1 mi 5.6
Middlebrook School Trumbull 2.8 mi 8.5
ST CATHERINE OF SIENA SCHOOL Trumbull 3.0 mi 5.5
CHRISTIAN HERITAGE SCHOOL Trumbull 3.2 mi 7.2
Monroe Elementary School Monroe 2.7 mi 8.2
Jane Ryan School Trumbull 3.1 mi 7.9
Elizabeth Shelton School Shelton 3.3 mi 6.9
Frenchtown Elementary School Trumbull 3.9 mi 8.1
Information Technology & Software Engineering Magnet High Sc Bridgeport 4.1 mi 7.0
Biotechnology Research & Zoological Studies Magnet High Scho Bridgeport 4.1 mi 7.4
Aerospace/Hydrospace Engineering and Physical Sciences Magne Bridgeport 4.1 mi 7.6
Tashua School Trumbull 3.2 mi 8.6
Wilbur Cross School Bridgeport 4.2 mi 2.3
ST THERESA SCHOOL Trumbull 3.8 mi 6.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06484 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$114,739

Median Home Value

$435,700

Median Rent

$1,661/mo

Population

41,402

College Educated

43.5%

Homeownership

75.9%

Avg Commute

28.8 min

Poverty Rate

5.6%

Median Age

43.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Booth Hill School

What grades does Booth Hill School serve?

Booth Hill School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Booth Hill School?

Booth Hill School has an enrollment of approximately 283 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Booth Hill School?

The student-teacher ratio at Booth Hill School is 13.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Booth Hill School rank in CT?

Booth Hill School ranks #267 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Booth Hill School's MySchoolScout rating?

Booth Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.8 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 Booth Hill School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Booth Hill School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Booth Hill School a charter school?

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

Is Booth Hill School a Title I school?

No, Booth Hill School is not currently a Title I school.

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

23.7% of students at Booth Hill 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
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
283
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
23.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Connecticut Planning Region 4
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
14.1%

District

Shelton School District
District Enrollment
4,513
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,051
District Rank
#2 of 8

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