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Diloreto Elementary & Middle School

Elementary School · New Britain School District

732 Slater Rd., New Britain, CT 06053

Enrollment

824

Student-Teacher

15.8:1

Score

5.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 8th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#667 of 990

In New Britain

#3 of 14

public schools

In district

#4 of 14

New Britain School District

Academic growth

8.3 / 10

Excellent

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Diloreto Elementary & Middle School

5.4/10

Elementary School in New Britain · grades Kindergarten – 8th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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4.1/10

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About Diloreto Elementary & Middle School

Diloreto Elementary & Middle School is a public elementary school in New Britain, CT, part of New Britain School District. Diloreto Elementary & Middle School serves approximately 824 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-8th, and has a 15.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Diloreto Elementary & Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #667 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Diloreto Elementary & Middle School show 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.8 pts above district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 4.6
  • CT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Test scores at Diloreto Elementary & Middle School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.3Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics2.0Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency4% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency14% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency9% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)25% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-15.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile5th
Resources & Environment3.4Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$26,403
Chronic Absenteeism22.5%

Diloreto Elementary & Middle School — Students at Diloreto Elementary & Middle School score 9% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 25%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

72.1%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 16.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 22.9% (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
43%
ELA
34%
2010
Math
31%
ELA
30%
2011
Math
27%
ELA
30%
2012
Math
36%
ELA
37%
2014
Math
12%
ELA
21%
2015
Math
11%
ELA
20%
2016
Math
11%
ELA
19%
2017
Math
12%
ELA
23%
2018
Math
9%
ELA
20%
2019
Math
9%
ELA
20%
2020*
Math
4%
ELA
15%
2021*
Math
4%
ELA
15%
2022
Math
4%
ELA
14%

* 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: 8.3/10.

How Diloreto Elementary & Middle School Compares

See how Diloreto Elementary & Middle School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.4/10
33th percentile in CT
Academic
2.0/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
8.3/10
Excellent
Environment
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
72%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
52 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.5%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

732 Slater Rd., New Britain, CT 06053

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Diloreto Elementary & Middle School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Noah Wallace School (rated 8.5/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Farmington), which scores notably higher. Another option is East Farms School (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Farmington), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Frank T. Wheeler School (rated 6.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Plainville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in New Britain, see our New Britain schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 2.8 mi
School Distance Rating
E. C. Goodwin Technical High School New Britain 0.1 mi 4.1
Academy of Science and Innovation New Britain 0.2 mi 3.9
Gaffney Elementary School New Britain 0.8 mi 5.6
Jefferson Elementary School New Britain 0.8 mi 4.6
Pulaski Middle School New Britain 1.3 mi 4.4
Slade Middle School New Britian 1.9 mi 2.8
Lincoln Elementary School New Britain 1.9 mi 3.1
East Farms School Farmington 2.3 mi 8.1
Holmes Elementary School New Britian 1.9 mi 5.8
Irving A. Robbins Middle School Farmington 2.4 mi 8.5
Vance Elementary School New Britain 2.4 mi 3.4
Smalley Elementary School New Britain 2.0 mi 4.2
Noah Wallace School Farmington 2.6 mi 8.5
RAYMOND HILL SCHOOL New Britain 2.6 mi 7.2
Northend Elementary School New Britain 2.6 mi 3.9
MISS PORTER'S SCHOOL Farmington 2.7 mi 6.5
Frank T. Wheeler School Plainville 2.3 mi 6.3
New Britain High School New Britain 2.9 mi 4.3
Chamberlain Elementary School New Britain 2.6 mi 4.7
House of Arts Letters and Science (HALS) Academy New Britain 2.8 mi 8.0

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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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Diloreto Elementary & Middle School

What grades does Diloreto Elementary & Middle School serve?

Diloreto Elementary & Middle School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 8th.

How many students attend Diloreto Elementary & Middle School?

Diloreto Elementary & Middle School has an enrollment of approximately 824 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Diloreto Elementary & Middle School?

The student-teacher ratio at Diloreto Elementary & Middle School is 15.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Diloreto Elementary & Middle School rank in CT?

Diloreto Elementary & Middle School ranks #667 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Diloreto Elementary & Middle School's MySchoolScout rating?

Diloreto Elementary & Middle School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Diloreto Elementary & Middle School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Diloreto Elementary & Middle School has 16% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 23% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Diloreto Elementary & Middle School a charter school?

No, Diloreto Elementary & Middle School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Diloreto Elementary & Middle School a Title I school?

No, Diloreto Elementary & Middle School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Diloreto Elementary & Middle School?

72.1% of students at Diloreto Elementary & Middle 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
39 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
28 Some Transit
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 8th
Enrollment
824
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
52
Free/Reduced Lunch
72.1%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 1
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.5%

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