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#68 of 990 schools in CT

Top 7% in state

Buttonball Lane School

Elementary School · Glastonbury School District

376 Buttonball Ln., Glastonbury, CT 06033

Enrollment

452

Student-Teacher

13.3:1

Score

9.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#68 of 990

In Glastonbury

#1 of 7

public schools

In district

#1 of 8

Glastonbury School District

Academic growth

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Buttonball Lane School

9.0/10

Elementary School in Glastonbury · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Buttonball Lane School

Buttonball Lane School is a public elementary school in Glastonbury, CT, part of Glastonbury School District. Buttonball Lane School serves approximately 452 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Buttonball Lane School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 out of 10 and ranks #68 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Buttonball Lane School show 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

What's said publicly about Buttonball Lane School

Sources: School's website

Synthesized from public, attributable sources. Updated May 2026.

Buttonball Lane School is an elementary school located at 376 Buttonball Lane in Glastonbury, Connecticut 1 . The school is led by Principal Janet Balthazar and Assistant Principal Denise Proffer, who also serves as the Special Education Supervisor 1 . Regular school hours are from 8:25 am to 3:05 pm, with early dismissal on Wednesdays at 1:05 pm 1 . The school operates a 'Choose Love, Not Hate' campaign aimed at building an inclusive community 1 . During short Wednesdays from September to November and March to June, Glastonbury Parks & Recreation offers programs in the school buildings 1 . The school provides self-supporting summer enrichment camps facilitated by staff, with tuition covering costs for teacher salaries and supplies 1 . For the 2025-2026 school year, the school uses the School Café system for online menus and nutrition information 1 . Kindergarten registration is open for children who are five years old on or before September 1, 2026, and meet residency requirements 1 . Families are encouraged to use the ParentSquare app for communication and to join the Buttonball Lane School PTO 1 .
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How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 9.0 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.5
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.3 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency78% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency78% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency78% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)70% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,013

Buttonball Lane School — Students at Buttonball Lane School score 78% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 70%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

12.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 80.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 81.5% (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
96%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
93%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
90%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
75%
2015
Math
74%
ELA
76%
2016
Math
76%
ELA
81%
2017
Math
78%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
74%
ELA
78%
2019
Math
74%
ELA
78%
2020*
Math
74%
ELA
82%
2021*
Math
74%
ELA
82%
2022
Math
78%
ELA
78%

* 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: 9.4/10.

How Buttonball Lane School Compares

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

Overall Score
9.0/10
93th percentile in CT
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
9.4/10
Excellent
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
12%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
34 teachers

Location

376 Buttonball Ln., Glastonbury, CT 06033

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Buttonball Lane School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Moser School (rated 9.4/10, 3.4 miles away, in nearby Rocky Hill), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Naubuc School (rated 8.6/10, 2.4 miles away), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Hebron Avenue School (rated 8.4/10, 2.8 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Glastonbury, see our Glastonbury schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Glastonbury High School Glastonbury 0.9 mi 8.6
Glastonbury/East Hartford Magnet School Glastonbury 1.3 mi 4.5
KINDERCARE LEARNING CENTER Glastonbury 1.4 mi
Naubuc School Glastonbury 2.4 mi 8.6
Smith Middle School Glastonbury 2.6 mi 8.1
Hopewell School South Glastonbury 2.4 mi 8.1
Dr. Thomas S. O'Connell School East Hartford 3.2 mi 7.1
Hebron Avenue School Glastonbury 2.8 mi 8.4
Joseph O. Goodwin School East Hartford 3.5 mi 5.9
Gideon Welles School Glastonbury 2.7 mi 8.5
Rocky Hill High School Rocky Hill 2.9 mi 7.8
Governor William Pitkin School East Hartford 3.8 mi 6.2
Nayaug Elementary School South Glastonbury 3.7 mi 8.4
Moser School Rocky Hill 3.4 mi 9.4
Albert D. Griswold Middle School Rocky Hill 3.1 mi 7.9
RAINBOW CENTER FOR CHILDREN & FAMILIES Wethersfield 3.3 mi
Myrtle H. Stevens School Rocky Hill 3.4 mi 8.2
Pathways Academy of Technology and Design East Hartford 4.0 mi 5.1
Connecticut IB Academy East Hartford 4.5 mi 9.0
East Hartford High School East Hartford 4.5 mi 5.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06033 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$144,394

Median Home Value

$399,500

Median Rent

$1,656/mo

Population

29,311

College Educated

68%

Homeownership

80.6%

Avg Commute

24.6 min

Poverty Rate

3.8%

Median Age

44

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Mill Hill School Southport, CT 9.0
Philip R. Smith School South Windsor, CT 9.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Buttonball Lane School

What grades does Buttonball Lane School serve?

Buttonball Lane School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Buttonball Lane School?

Buttonball Lane School has an enrollment of approximately 452 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Buttonball Lane School?

The student-teacher ratio at Buttonball Lane School is 13.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Buttonball Lane School rank in CT?

Buttonball Lane School ranks #68 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Buttonball Lane School's MySchoolScout rating?

Buttonball Lane School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.0 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 Buttonball Lane School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Buttonball Lane School has 81% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Buttonball Lane School a charter school?

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

Is Buttonball Lane School a Title I school?

No, Buttonball Lane School is not currently a Title I school.

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

12.4% of students at Buttonball Lane 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
4 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
452
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
34
Free/Reduced Lunch
12.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 1

District

Glastonbury School District
District Enrollment
5,674
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,013
District Rank
#1 of 8

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