Below Average
#772 of 990 schools in CT
Chamberlain Elementary School
Elementary School · New Britain School District
221 Farmington Ave., New Britain, CT 06053
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
396
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
4.7
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#772 of 990
In New Britain
#5 of 14
public schools
In district
#6 of 14
New Britain School District
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Chamberlain Elementary School
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About Chamberlain Elementary School
Chamberlain Elementary School is a public elementary school in New Britain, CT, part of New Britain School District. Chamberlain Elementary School serves approximately 396 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Chamberlain Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 out of 10 and ranks #772 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for Chamberlain Elementary School show 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.7 · Below Average
- District avg 4.6
- CT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
32% of students at Chamberlain Elementary School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Chamberlain Elementary School — Students at Chamberlain Elementary School score 10% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 14%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
85.6%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from CT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 5.4/10.
How Chamberlain Elementary School Compares
See how Chamberlain Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
221 Farmington Ave., New Britain, CT 06053
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Chamberlain Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mary E. Griswold School (rated 6.9/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Kensington), which scores notably higher. Another option is John Paterson School (rated 6.7/10, 1.2 miles away, in nearby Newington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Anna Reynolds School (rated 6.0/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Newington), which scores notably higher. For more schools in New Britain, see our New Britain schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 2.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| House of Arts Letters and Science (HALS) Academy New Britain | 0.5 mi | 8.0 |
| SOLTERRA ACADEMY New Britain | 0.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Smalley Elementary School New Britain | 0.6 mi | 4.2 |
| Smith Elementary School New Britain | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| EMMANUEL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Newington | 0.9 mi | 5.6 |
| John Paterson School Newington | 1.2 mi | 6.7 |
| Northend Elementary School New Britain | 1.5 mi | 3.9 |
| John Wallace Middle School Newington | 1.4 mi | 5.3 |
| New Britain High School New Britain | 1.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Holmes Elementary School New Britian | 2.3 mi | 5.8 |
| RAYMOND HILL SCHOOL New Britain | 2.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Newington High School Newington | 2.3 mi | 6.2 |
| Vance Elementary School New Britain | 2.1 mi | 3.4 |
| Pulaski Middle School New Britain | 2.3 mi | 4.4 |
| ST PAUL SCHOOL Kensington | 2.7 mi | 5.8 |
| Mary E. Griswold School Kensington | 2.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Anna Reynolds School Newington | 3.0 mi | 6.0 |
| Martin Kellogg Middle School Newington | 2.8 mi | 5.4 |
| Jefferson Elementary School New Britain | 2.6 mi | 4.6 |
| Ruth Chaffee School Newington | 2.4 mi | 6.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06053 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$61,498
Median Home Value
$201,800
Median Rent
$1,288/mo
Population
35,697
College Educated
22.2%
Homeownership
47.5%
Avg Commute
21.6 min
Poverty Rate
16.2%
Median Age
33.6
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Clinton Avenue School New Haven, CT | 4.7 |
| M. D. Fox School Hartford, CT | 4.7 |
| Multicultural Magnet School Bridgeport, CT | 4.7 |
| Regional Multicultural Magnet School New London, CT | 4.7 |
| Benjamin Jepson Magnet School New Haven, CT | 4.8 |
| Forbes School Torrington, CT | 4.8 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Chamberlain Elementary School
What grades does Chamberlain Elementary School serve?
Chamberlain Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Chamberlain Elementary School?
Chamberlain Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 396 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Chamberlain Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Chamberlain 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 Chamberlain Elementary School rank in CT?
Chamberlain Elementary School ranks #772 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Chamberlain Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Chamberlain Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.7 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 Chamberlain Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Chamberlain Elementary School has 25% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 28% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Chamberlain Elementary School a charter school?
No, Chamberlain Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Chamberlain Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Chamberlain Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Chamberlain Elementary School?
85.6% of students at Chamberlain 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.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 396
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 34
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 85.6%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 1
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 32.3%
- Phone
- (860) 832-5691
Resources & Links
District
New Britain School District- District Enrollment
- 9,900
- Schools in District
- 14
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,403
- District Rank
- #6 of 14
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