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#713 of 990 schools in CT
Canterbury Elementary School
Elementary School · Canterbury School District · Canterbury, CT
An elementary school in Canterbury, CT where students score 12 points below what's typical for similar communities.
67 Kitt Rd., Canterbury, CT 06331
- Math 42% proficient (2022)
- Reading 47% proficient (2022)
- 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio
Academics
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Students at Canterbury Elementary School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 56%).
2022 EdFacts proficiency
Most recent published year. School vs. CT average.
Trend
↓ DecliningProficiency has fallen 13 points since 2019, to 45% in 2022, across a 14-year record (2009–2022).
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Multi-year averages used by the rating model: math 59% (multi-year average, 2009-2022) · reading/ELA 61% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.
Based on 26 test records from CT state assessments and EdFacts (NCES).
Equity & diversity
Shown separately, not included in the overall scoreFree/reduced lunch
30.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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Where Canterbury Elementary School sits, and what the surrounding area looks like.
Nearby same-level schools are colored by their score. Pins are locations, not attendance boundaries.
Getting around & local context
- Walk 6Car-Dependent
- Bike 12Somewhat Bikeable
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Area profileU.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates (ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates)
Median income
$99,487
Median home value
$294,800
Median rent
$816/mo
College educated
26.1%
Homeownership
87.3%
Poverty rate
5.1%
ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates for the ZCTA associated with school ZIP 06331; this is area context, not an attendance boundary.
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Nearby same-level schools
3 from a 5-mile search
| School | Score | Grades | Distance | Enrollment | Compare |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Plainfield Memorial SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 5.2 | 4–5 | 3.0 mi | 268 | Compare → |
| Shepard Hill Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 5.5 | PK–3 | 4.5 mi | 284 | Compare → |
| Scotland Elementary SchoolEnrollment path unverified | 7.2 | PK–6 | 5.0 mi | 103 | Compare → |
Distance is proximity only; it is not attendance eligibility.
Enrollment path unverified: Potential public school; its attendance or application path has not been classified.
Canterbury School District
- Schools in district
- 2
- Rank in district
- #1 of 2
- District spending per student
- $23,694NCES F-33 · FY 2023 · This annual source is three years behind the current year.
- District child poverty rate
- 6.9%Census SAIPE · 2024
Canterbury Elementary School is listed in Canterbury School District; a district label does not verify attendance for an address.
About Canterbury Elementary School
Canterbury Elementary School is a public elementary school in Canterbury, CT, part of Canterbury School District, serving approximately 279 students in grades Pre-K-4th with a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. It holds a MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 out of 10 and ranks #713 of 990 schools in CT. State assessment records show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Frequently asked questions
Common questions about Canterbury Elementary School
What grades does Canterbury Elementary School serve?
Canterbury Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Canterbury Elementary School?
Canterbury Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 279 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Canterbury Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Canterbury Elementary School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Canterbury Elementary School rank in CT?
Canterbury Elementary School ranks #713 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Canterbury Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Canterbury Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.1 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 Canterbury Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Canterbury Elementary School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Canterbury Elementary School a charter school?
No, Canterbury Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Canterbury Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Canterbury Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Canterbury Elementary School?
30.5% of students at Canterbury Elementary 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.
School factsNCES Common Core of Data (CCD) (SY 2023–24)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 4th
- Enrollment
- 279
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Rural
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 5
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.1%
- Phone
- (860) 546-6744
- Area population (ZIP 06331)
- 5,102
- Area average commute
- 32.5 min
- Area median age
- 48.2
Official sources & links
About this school's data
Every number on this page comes from a published source with a stated period. Where a source is partial, aging, or describes a surrounding area rather than the school, that limitation is named below.
- School directory (enrollment, grades, staff, contact)
- NCES Common Core of Data (CCD) · SY 2023–24 · Medium confidence
- Source period: SY 2023–24. A newer release may be available.
- MySchoolScout rating and rank
- MySchoolScout ranking model · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Derived as a weighted blend of the component scores shown in Academics from state assessment, EdFacts growth, and NCES resource records.
- Math proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Reading/ELA proficiency
- State department of education · 2022 EdFacts · Low confidence
- Older source: 2022 EdFacts. Use as historical context.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived from source records rather than read directly from one field.
- Student progress (growth)
- NCES EdFacts · Mixed source periods · Low confidence
- Vintage not available. Do not use this measure alone.
- Available for part of the eligible units; results may not represent the full area.
- Derived as the fitted year-over-year slope of proficiency from multi-year assessment records.
- Neighborhood (income, housing, education)
- U.S. Census ACS 5-year estimates · ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates · Low confidence
- Older source: ACS 2019–2023 5-year estimates. Use as historical context.
- Reported for the ZCTA for ZIP 06331; this does not measure the attendance area.
Evidence periods: Rating mixed/unknown input periods; assessments multi-year average, 2009-2022; directory SY 2023–24
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