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#83 of 990 schools in CT

Top 8% in state

Calvin Leete School

Elementary School · Guilford School District

280 South Union St., Guilford, CT 06437

Enrollment

218

Student-Teacher

11.5:1

Score

8.9

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#83 of 990

In Guilford

#1 of 7

public schools

In district

#1 of 7

Guilford School District

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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Calvin Leete School

8.9/10

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

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8.2/10

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About Calvin Leete School

Calvin Leete School is a public elementary school in Guilford, CT, part of Guilford School District. Calvin Leete School serves approximately 218 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 11.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Calvin Leete School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 out of 10 and ranks #83 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Calvin Leete School show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.9 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.7
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.8Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.86 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency82% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency77% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)72% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile84th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,349

Calvin Leete School — Students at Calvin Leete School score 77% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 72%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

10.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 82.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 83.6% (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
97.5%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
72%
ELA
82%

* 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: 8.8/10.

How Calvin Leete School Compares

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

Overall Score
8.9/10
92th percentile in CT
Academic
9.0/10
Excellent
Growth
8.8/10
Excellent
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
10%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers

Location

280 South Union St., Guilford, CT 06437

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Calvin Leete School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Killingworth Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Higganum), with a very similar rating. Another option is J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Madison), with a very similar rating. Additionally, A. W. Cox School (rated 8.7/10, 1.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Guilford, see our Guilford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.2 mi
School Distance Rating
E. C. Adams Middle School Guilford 1.0 mi 8.2
A. W. Cox School Guilford 1.5 mi 8.7
Guilford Lakes School Guilford 3.3 mi 8.6
Daniel Hand High School Madison 2.6 mi 8.6
Guilford High School Guilford 2.9 mi 8.4
Walter C. Polson Middle School Madison 2.8 mi 7.4
THE COUNTRY SCHOOL Madison 3.4 mi 6.6
J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School Madison 2.9 mi 8.9
GROVE SCHOOL Madison 3.0 mi 6.9
OUR LADY OF MERCY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Madison 3.5 mi 6.2
Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School Madison 4.6 mi 8.6
Dr. Robert H. Brown Intermediate School Madison 4.6 mi 8.0
A. Baldwin Middle School Guilford 4.6 mi 8.5
CELC MIDDLE SCHOOL Branford 4.3 mi
Melissa Jones School Guilford 6.6 mi 8.4
Francis Walsh Intermediate School Branford 5.9 mi 6.4
Mary R. Tisko School Branford 6.2 mi 6.3
Branford High School Branford 6.9 mi 6.1
Killingworth Elementary School Higganum 8.1 mi 9.0
The Morgan School Clinton 7.2 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06437 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$130,036

Median Home Value

$491,300

Median Rent

$1,754/mo

Population

22,037

College Educated

57.6%

Homeownership

84.9%

Avg Commute

26.2 min

Poverty Rate

3.1%

Median Age

50.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Frisbie School Wolcott, CT 8.9
Hawley Elementary School Newtown, CT 8.9
Chester Elementary School Chester, CT 9.0
Essex Elementary School Centerbrook, CT 9.0
Killingworth Elementary School Higganum, CT 9.0
Moody School Middletown, CT 9.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Calvin Leete School

What grades does Calvin Leete School serve?

Calvin Leete School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend Calvin Leete School?

Calvin Leete School has an enrollment of approximately 218 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Calvin Leete School?

The student-teacher ratio at Calvin Leete School is 11.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Calvin Leete School rank in CT?

Calvin Leete School ranks #83 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Calvin Leete School's MySchoolScout rating?

Calvin Leete School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.9 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 Calvin Leete School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Calvin Leete School has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Calvin Leete School a charter school?

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

Is Calvin Leete School a Title I school?

No, Calvin Leete School is not currently a Title I school.

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

10.1% of students at Calvin Leete 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
25 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
34 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
218
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
10.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 7

District

Guilford School District
District Enrollment
3,130
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,349
District Rank
#1 of 7

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