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#423 of 990 schools in CT

Top 43% in state

Center School

Elementary School · East Hampton School District

7 Summit St., East Hampton, CT 06424

Enrollment

250

Student-Teacher

11.4:1

Score

6.8

Grades

4th – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#423 of 990

In East Hampton

#2 of 4

public schools

In district

#2 of 4

East Hampton School District

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Center School

6.8/10

Elementary School in East Hampton · grades 4th – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

East Hampton High School

5.6/10

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7.1/10

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About Center School

Center School is a public elementary school in East Hampton, CT, part of East Hampton School District. Center School serves approximately 250 students, and covers grades 4th-5th, and has a 11.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Center School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 out of 10 and ranks #423 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Center School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 6.8 · Average
  • District avg 6.9
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.5Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.03 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency49% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency61% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)63% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-8.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$24,497
Chronic Absenteeism9.2%

Center School — Students at Center School score 55% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 63%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

21.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 65.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 71.1% (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
85%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
90%
ELA
86%
2012
Math
91%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
50%
ELA
66%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
61%
2016
Math
54%
ELA
63%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
69%
2018
Math
59%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
59%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
49%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
49%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
49%
ELA
61%

* 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: 6.5/10.

How Center School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.8/10
57th percentile in CT
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
6.5/10
Average
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
22%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.2%

Location

7 Summit St., East Hampton, CT 06424

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Center School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Nayaug Elementary School (rated 8.4/10, 7.2 miles away, in nearby South Glastonbury), which scores notably higher. Another option is Hopewell School (rated 8.1/10, 7.6 miles away, in nearby South Glastonbury), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Valley View School (rated 7.4/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Portland), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in East Hampton, see our East Hampton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.1 mi
School Distance Rating
East Hampton High School East Hampton 0.7 mi 5.6
Memorial School East Hampton 0.9 mi 7.1
East Hampton Middle School East Hampton 1.3 mi 5.6
Elmer Thienes-Mary Hall Elementary School Marlborough 4.1 mi 7.0
Nathan Hale-Ray Middle School Moodus 4.9 mi 7.2
East Haddam Elementary School Moodus 6.1 mi 6.8
Nathan Hale-Ray High School Moodus 6.5 mi 7.3
Hopewell School South Glastonbury 7.6 mi 8.1
Portland Middle School Portland 6.2 mi 5.7
Gildersleeve School Portland 6.3 mi 7.2
Portland High School Portland 6.3 mi 6.1
Valley View School Portland 6.4 mi 7.4
XAVIER HIGH SCHOOL Middletown 6.9 mi 4.2
Nayaug Elementary School South Glastonbury 7.2 mi 8.4
Haddam-Killingworth High School Higganum 8.5 mi 6.9
OAK HILL SCHOOL AT HADDAM-KILLINGWORTH HIGH SCHOOL Higganum 8.5 mi
Gideon Welles School Glastonbury 8.9 mi 8.5
Bielefield School Middletown 7.2 mi 4.8
Gilead Hill School Hebron 8.4 mi 7.1
Brownstone Intermediate School Portland 7.1 mi 6.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06424 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$116,645

Median Home Value

$322,700

Median Rent

$1,338/mo

Population

12,401

College Educated

36.9%

Homeownership

85.4%

Avg Commute

30.4 min

Poverty Rate

4%

Median Age

42.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Center School

What grades does Center School serve?

Center School serves students in grades 4th through 5th.

How many students attend Center School?

Center School has an enrollment of approximately 250 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Center School?

The student-teacher ratio at Center School is 11.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Center School rank in CT?

Center School ranks #423 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Center School's MySchoolScout rating?

Center School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.8 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 Center School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Center School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Center School a charter school?

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

Is Center School a Title I school?

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

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

21.6% of students at Center 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
53 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
50 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
4th – 5th
Enrollment
250
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
21.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Connecticut Planning Region 3
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.2%

District

East Hampton School District
District Enrollment
1,742
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,497
District Rank
#2 of 4

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