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#862 of 990 schools in CT

Griswold Elementary School

Elementary School · Griswold School District

303 Slater Ave., Griswold, CT 06351

Enrollment

665

Student-Teacher

13.9:1

Score

4.1

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#862 of 990

In Griswold

#3 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 3

Griswold School District

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Griswold Elementary School

4.1/10

Elementary School in Griswold · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Griswold High School

4.8/10

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4.8/10

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About Griswold Elementary School

Griswold Elementary School is a public elementary school in Griswold, CT, part of Griswold School District. Griswold Elementary School serves approximately 665 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 13.9:1 student-teacher ratio. Griswold Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #862 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Griswold Elementary School show 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares2.4 pts below CT schools
  • This school 4.1 · Below Average
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.99 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics4.4Below Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency29% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency32% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency31% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-7.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile25th
Resources & Environment3.7Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.9:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,122
Chronic Absenteeism19.1%

Griswold Elementary School — Students at Griswold Elementary School score 30% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

55.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 56.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 55.8% (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
85%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
81%
ELA
75%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2014
Math
41%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
46%
ELA
55%
2016
Math
59%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
57%
ELA
53%
2018
Math
55%
ELA
48%
2019
Math
55%
ELA
48%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
36%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
36%
2022
Math
29%
ELA
32%

* 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: 4.1/10.

How Griswold Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
4.1/10
13th percentile in CT
Academic
4.4/10
Below Average
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
3.7/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
55%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.1%

Location

303 Slater Ave., Griswold, CT 06351

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Griswold Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Voluntown Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Voluntown), which scores notably higher. Another option is Preston Veterans' Memorial School (rated 7.1/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Preston), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wequonnoc Magnet School (rated 6.5/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Taftville), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Griswold, see our Griswold schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Griswold High School Griswold 0.1 mi 4.8
Griswold Middle School Griswold 0.2 mi 4.8
Griswold Soule Street Academy Jewett City 0.8 mi
Lisbon Central School Lisbon 2.0 mi 6.0
Preston Veterans' Memorial School Preston 4.5 mi 7.1
Wequonnoc Magnet School Taftville 4.3 mi 6.5
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Taftville 4.4 mi 6.0
Moriarty Magnet School Norwich 4.8 mi 5.5
Plainfield Central School Plainfield 6.5 mi 5.1
Plainfield Memorial School Plainfield 6.5 mi 5.2
Dr. Helen Baldwin Middle School Canterbury 7.1 mi 4.4
Preston Plains School Preston 7.3 mi 4.7
Canterbury Elementary School Canterbury 7.5 mi 5.1
Norwich Technical High School Norwich 6.0 mi 4.4
Sayles School Baltic 5.9 mi 3.0
Kelly STEAM Magnet Middle School Norwich 6.2 mi 4.3
ACADEMY OF THE HOLY FAMILY Baltic 5.8 mi 8.0
ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baltic 5.9 mi 5.4
Voluntown Elementary School Voluntown 6.0 mi 7.9
ST PATRICK CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Norwich 6.8 mi 5.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06351 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$84,107

Median Home Value

$276,200

Median Rent

$1,115/mo

Population

15,697

College Educated

18.8%

Homeownership

80.4%

Avg Commute

30.9 min

Poverty Rate

7.4%

Median Age

48.1

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Northville Elementary School New Milford, CT 4.1
Park Avenue School Danbury, CT 4.1
Kennelly School Hartford, CT 4.0
Read School Bridgeport, CT 4.0
Tracey Magnet School Norwalk, CT 4.0
Academy of International Studies Elementary School South Windsor, CT 4.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Griswold Elementary School

What grades does Griswold Elementary School serve?

Griswold Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Griswold Elementary School?

Griswold Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 665 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Griswold Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Griswold Elementary School is 13.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Griswold Elementary School rank in CT?

Griswold Elementary School ranks #862 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Griswold Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Griswold Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Griswold Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Griswold Elementary School has 56% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 56% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Griswold Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Griswold Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Griswold Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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

55.2% of students at Griswold 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
26 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
665
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.9:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
55.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Connecticut Planning Region 8
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.1%

District

Griswold School District
District Enrollment
1,775
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,122
District Rank
#3 of 3

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