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Frank A. Berry School

Elementary School · Bethel School District

200 Whittlesey Dr., Bethel, CT 06801

Enrollment

387

Student-Teacher

11.7:1

Score

5.9

Grades

Pre-K – 2nd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#571 of 990

In Bethel

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Bethel School District

School environment

7.9 / 10

Very Good

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Frank A. Berry School

5.9/10

Elementary School in Bethel · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.2/10

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About Frank A. Berry School

Frank A. Berry School is a public elementary school in Bethel, CT, part of Bethel School District. Frank A.

Berry School serves approximately 387 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 11.7:1 student-teacher ratio. Frank A. Berry School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 out of 10 and ranks #571 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Frank A. Berry School show 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.0
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.9Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data12
Annual Change-3.6 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2021
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2021 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2019 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency55% (2021 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2021 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment7.9Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,599
Chronic Absenteeism5.4%

Frank A. Berry School — Students at Frank A. Berry School score 54% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

25.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2020-21)

Math Proficiency 70.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2021)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 78.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2019)
School
State
N/A

Based on 22 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
87%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
52%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
37%
2021*
Math
37%

* 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: 4.9/10.

How Frank A. Berry School Compares

See how Frank A. Berry School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.9/10
42th percentile in CT
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
4.9/10
Below Average
Environment
7.9/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
26%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
33 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
5.4%

Location

200 Whittlesey Dr., Bethel, CT 06801

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Frank A. Berry School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. HUDSON COUNTRY MONTESSORI SCHOOL (rated 8.1/10, 1.9 miles away, in nearby Danbury), which scores notably higher. Another option is HOUSATONIC VALLEY WALDORF SCHOOL (rated 7.5/10, 2.1 miles away, in nearby Newtown), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Great Plain School (rated 7.0/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Danbury), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Bethel, see our Bethel schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
Bethel High School Bethel 0.1 mi 6.2
Anna H. Rockwell School Bethel 0.3 mi 5.2
Bethel Middle School Bethel 0.2 mi 5.6
Ralph M. T. Johnson School Bethel 0.3 mi 6.8
ST MARY ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Bethel 0.6 mi 6.0
Shelter Rock School Danbury 1.5 mi 3.3
HUDSON COUNTRY MONTESSORI SCHOOL Danbury 1.9 mi 8.1
HOUSATONIC VALLEY WALDORF SCHOOL Newtown 2.1 mi 7.5
Rogers Park Middle School Danbury 2.4 mi 2.9
South Street School Danbury 2.5 mi 5.9
DPS Early Childhood Center Danbury 2.6 mi 4.2
Broadview Middle School Danbury 3.0 mi 2.8
ST PETER SCHOOL Danbury 2.9 mi 5.8
Great Plain School Danbury 3.5 mi 7.0
IMMACULATE HIGH SCHOOL Danbury 3.0 mi 5.5
Ellsworth Avenue School Danbury 3.2 mi 4.2
DPS Early Childhood Center at Granville Danbury 3.1 mi 2.7
COUNTRY KIDS CLUB Brookfield 4.1 mi
Stadley Rough School Danbury 4.1 mi 3.9
Whisconier Middle School Brookfield 4.4 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06801 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$115,135

Median Home Value

$426,500

Median Rent

$1,458/mo

Population

20,498

College Educated

44.6%

Homeownership

79%

Avg Commute

31.3 min

Poverty Rate

4.3%

Median Age

41.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Frank A. Berry School

What grades does Frank A. Berry School serve?

Frank A. Berry School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.

How many students attend Frank A. Berry School?

Frank A. Berry School has an enrollment of approximately 387 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Frank A. Berry School?

The student-teacher ratio at Frank A. Berry School is 11.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Frank A. Berry School rank in CT?

Frank A. Berry School ranks #571 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Frank A. Berry School's MySchoolScout rating?

Frank A. Berry School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.9 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 Frank A. Berry School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Frank A. Berry School has 70% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2021) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2019).

Is Frank A. Berry School a charter school?

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

Is Frank A. Berry School a Title I school?

No, Frank A. Berry School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Frank A. Berry School?

25.6% of students at Frank A. Berry 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
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
387
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
33
Free/Reduced Lunch
25.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Midsize Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 9
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
5.4%

District

Bethel School District
District Enrollment
3,249
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,599
District Rank
#3 of 5

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