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#324 of 990 schools in CT

Top 33% in state

John B. Sliney School

Elementary School · Branford School District

23 Eades St., Branford, CT 06405

Enrollment

257

Student-Teacher

10.3:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#324 of 990

In Branford

#2 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 5

Branford School District

School environment

9.1 / 10

Excellent

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John B. Sliney School

7.3/10

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

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7.1/10

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About John B. Sliney School

John B. Sliney School is a public elementary school in Branford, CT, part of Branford School District. John B.

Sliney School serves approximately 257 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 10.3:1 student-teacher ratio. John B. Sliney School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #324 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for John B. Sliney School show 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.2
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.3Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.13 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.9Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+7.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile69th
Resources & Environment9.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,336
Chronic Absenteeism13.6%

John B. Sliney School — Students at John B. Sliney School score 54% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 47%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

43.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 68.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 62.4% (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
92%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
62%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2021*
Math
42%
ELA
42%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
52%

* 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: 6.3/10.

How John B. Sliney School Compares

See how John B. Sliney School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
67th percentile in CT
Academic
7.9/10
Very Good
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
9.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
43%
Teaching Staff
10:1 student-teacher ratio
25 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
13.6%

Location

23 Eades St., Branford, CT 06405

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering John B. Sliney School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jerome Harrison School (rated 9.4/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby North Branford), which scores notably higher. Another option is Deer Run School (rated 8.1/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby East Haven), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Mary T. Murphy School (rated 8.0/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Branford, see our Branford schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
EAST SHORELINE CATHOLIC ACADEMY Branford 0.3 mi 7.1
Branford High School Branford 0.8 mi 6.1
Mary T. Murphy School Branford 1.1 mi 8.0
Mary R. Tisko School Branford 1.2 mi 6.3
Francis Walsh Intermediate School Branford 1.6 mi 6.4
Jerome Harrison School North Branford 3.3 mi 9.4
Deer Run School East Haven 3.5 mi 8.1
East Haven High School East Haven 3.5 mi 3.6
Joseph Melillo Middle School East Haven 2.9 mi 4.6
North Branford Intermediate School North Branford 3.8 mi 6.0
North Branford High School North Branford 4.0 mi 6.3
CELC MIDDLE SCHOOL Branford 3.2 mi
Grove J. Tuttle School East Haven 3.2 mi 6.2
Carbone School/East Haven Academy East Haven 3.4 mi 4.1
Momauguin School East Haven 3.8 mi 7.1
Overbrook Early Learning Center East Haven 3.6 mi 2.6
Dominick H. Ferrara School East Haven 4.4 mi 6.5
Bishop Woods Architecture and Design Magnet School New Haven 4.4 mi 2.9
Benjamin Jepson Magnet School New Haven 4.1 mi 4.8
ALL NATIONS CHRISTIAN ACADEMY New Haven 4.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06405 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$97,223

Median Home Value

$388,300

Median Rent

$1,529/mo

Population

28,090

College Educated

49.5%

Homeownership

66.8%

Avg Commute

23 min

Poverty Rate

6.6%

Median Age

54.4

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Bethlehem Elementary School Bethlehem, CT 7.3
Mitchell Elementary School Woodbury, CT 7.3
North Canaan Elementary School North Canaan, CT 7.3
Quaker Hill Elementary School Quaker Hill, CT 7.3
Wesley School Middletown, CT 7.3
Gildersleeve School Portland, CT 7.2

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about John B. Sliney School

What grades does John B. Sliney School serve?

John B. Sliney School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend John B. Sliney School?

John B. Sliney School has an enrollment of approximately 257 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at John B. Sliney School?

The student-teacher ratio at John B. Sliney School is 10.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does John B. Sliney School rank in CT?

John B. Sliney School ranks #324 of 990 schools in CT.

What is John B. Sliney School's MySchoolScout rating?

John B. Sliney School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 John B. Sliney School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, John B. Sliney School has 69% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 62% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is John B. Sliney School a charter school?

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

Is John B. Sliney School a Title I school?

No, John B. Sliney School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John B. Sliney School?

43.2% of students at John B. Sliney 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
84 Very Walkable
Bike Score
45 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
257
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
25
Free/Reduced Lunch
43.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 7
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
13.6%

District

Branford School District
District Enrollment
2,625
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$28,336
District Rank
#2 of 5

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