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#692 of 990 schools in CT
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John Trumbull Primary School
Elementary School · Watertown School District
779 Buckingham St., Oakville, CT 06779
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on CT statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
653
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
653
Student-Teacher
14.2:1
Score
5.3
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#692 of 990
In Oakville
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#4 of 5
Watertown School District
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John Trumbull Primary School
Elementary School in Oakville · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About John Trumbull Primary School
John Trumbull Primary School is a public elementary school in Oakville, CT, part of Watertown School District. John Trumbull Primary School serves approximately 653 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 14.2:1 student-teacher ratio. John Trumbull Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #692 of 990 schools in CT.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 5.3 · Average
- District avg 6.3
- CT avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
Partial Profile · 2/3 metricsRequires 2+ years of test data
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
38.1%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How John Trumbull Primary School Compares
See how John Trumbull Primary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
779 Buckingham St., Oakville, CT 06779
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering John Trumbull Primary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Polk School (rated 7.2/10, 0.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Carrington School (rated 6.3/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Waterbury), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Fletcher W. Judson School (rated 6.3/10, 2.0 miles away, in nearby Watertown), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Oakville, see our Oakville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Polk School Oakville | 0.6 mi | 7.2 |
| Watertown High School Watertown | 0.9 mi | 5.2 |
| ST MARY MAGDALEN SCHOOL Oakville | 1.2 mi | 4.8 |
| Swift Middle School Oakville | 1.4 mi | 6.9 |
| ST JOHN'S SCHOOL Watertown | 1.2 mi | 5.9 |
| ST JOHN THE EVANGELIST SCHOOL Watertown | 1.2 mi | 5.2 |
| Carrington School Waterbury | 2.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Fletcher W. Judson School Watertown | 2.0 mi | 6.3 |
| W. F. Kaynor Technical High School Waterbury | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Sprague School Waterbury | 2.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Bunker Hill School Waterbury | 3.1 mi | 2.7 |
| Black Rock School Thomaston | 3.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Thomaston High School Thomaston | 3.6 mi | 5.9 |
| CATHOLIC STREAM ACADEMY OF WATERBURY Waterbury | 3.7 mi | 5.2 |
| F. J. Kingsbury School Waterbury | 3.4 mi | 3.2 |
| Brass City Charter School Waterbury | 3.6 mi | 3.4 |
| Memorial Middle School Middlebury | 4.3 mi | 5.8 |
| North End Middle School Waterbury | 3.3 mi | 4.8 |
| Bucks Hill School Waterbury | 3.4 mi | 5.8 |
| ACES at Chase Waterbury | 4.3 mi | 4.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06779 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$89,353
Median Home Value
$248,300
Median Rent
$1,292/mo
Population
7,762
College Educated
31.5%
Homeownership
73.7%
Avg Commute
25 min
Poverty Rate
2.5%
Median Age
45.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Barnum School Bridgeport, CT | 5.3 |
| Hayestown Avenue School Danbury, CT | 5.3 |
| John Winthrop School Bridgeport, CT | 5.3 |
| Mauro-Sheridan Magnet School New Haven, CT | 5.3 |
| Horace W. Porter School Columbia, CT | 5.2 |
| James J. Curiale School Bridgeport, CT | 5.2 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about John Trumbull Primary School
What grades does John Trumbull Primary School serve?
John Trumbull Primary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend John Trumbull Primary School?
John Trumbull Primary School has an enrollment of approximately 653 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at John Trumbull Primary School?
The student-teacher ratio at John Trumbull Primary School is 14.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does John Trumbull Primary School rank in CT?
John Trumbull Primary School ranks #692 of 990 schools in CT.
What is John Trumbull Primary School's MySchoolScout rating?
John Trumbull Primary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is John Trumbull Primary School a charter school?
No, John Trumbull Primary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is John Trumbull Primary School a Title I school?
No, John Trumbull Primary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for John Trumbull Primary School?
38.1% of students at John Trumbull Primary 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
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 653
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 14.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 38.1%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 4
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 19.3%
- Phone
- (860) 945-2776
Resources & Links
District
Watertown School District- District Enrollment
- 2,578
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,792
- District Rank
- #4 of 5
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