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Juliet W. Long School

Elementary School · Ledyard School District

1854 Route12, Gales Ferry, CT 06335

Enrollment

255

Student-Teacher

13.4:1

Score

5.3

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#682 of 990

In Gales Ferry

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Ledyard School District

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Juliet W. Long School

5.3/10

Elementary School in Gales Ferry · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.4/10

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3.2/10

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About Juliet W. Long School

Juliet W. Long School is a public elementary school in Gales Ferry, CT, part of Ledyard School District. Juliet W.

Long School serves approximately 255 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 13.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Juliet W. Long School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.3 out of 10 and ranks #682 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Juliet W. Long School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.3 · Average
  • District avg 5.2
  • CT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Juliet W. Long School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.7Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.71 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.3Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)60% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile47th
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$20,219
Chronic Absenteeism5.5%

Juliet W. Long School — Students at Juliet W. Long 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

25.9%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 62.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 63.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 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
96%
ELA
90%
2010
Math
94%
ELA
90%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
88%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
86%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
24.5%
2014
Math
43%
ELA
56%
2015
Math
51%
ELA
63%
2016
Math
49%
ELA
63%
2017
Math
54%
ELA
61%
2018
Math
51%
ELA
57%
2019
Math
51%
ELA
57%
2020*
Math
33%
ELA
47%
2021*
Math
33%
ELA
47%
2022
Math
52%
ELA
57%

* 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: 4.7/10.

How Juliet W. Long School Compares

See how Juliet W. Long School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.3/10
31th percentile in CT
Academic
6.3/10
Average
Growth
4.7/10
Below Average
Environment
5.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
26%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
19 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
5.5%

Location

1854 Route12, Gales Ferry, CT 06335

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Juliet W. Long School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thomas W. Mahan School (rated 9.1/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Norwich), which scores notably higher. Another option is Winthrop STEM Elementary Magnet School (rated 8.8/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby New London), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Quaker Hill Elementary School (rated 7.3/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Quaker Hill), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Gales Ferry, see our Gales Ferry schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.0 mi
School Distance Rating
Gales Ferry School Gales Ferry 0.0 mi 5.4
Ledyard Middle School Gales Ferry 0.1 mi 3.2
Mohegan School Uncasville 2.1 mi 7.1
ST BERNARD SCHOOL Uncasville 2.0 mi 5.4
BRADLEY SCHOOL-NEW LONDON REGIONAL Uncasville 2.5 mi 7.6
Veterans' Memorial School Norwich 3.6 mi 5.7
Integrated Day Charter School Norwich 4.1 mi 6.4
Uncas Elementary School Norwich 4.3 mi 5.6
Quaker Hill Elementary School Quaker Hill 4.1 mi 7.3
Three Rivers Middle College Magnet School Norwich 4.3 mi 8.2
Charles Barnum Magnet School Groton 4.6 mi 6.5
Thomas W. Mahan School Norwich 4.6 mi 9.1
Ledyard High School Ledyard 4.0 mi 5.5
John B. Stanton School Norwich 5.1 mi 4.8
ST PATRICK CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Norwich 5.5 mi 5.8
Teachers' Memorial Global Studies Magnet Middle School Norwich 5.5 mi 3.8
THE WILLIAMS SCHOOL New London 5.5 mi 7.0
MONTESSORI DISCOVERY SCHOOL Norwich 5.6 mi 4.6
Norwich Free Academy Norwich 5.9 mi 4.6
Winthrop STEM Elementary Magnet School New London 6.0 mi 8.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06335 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$126,121

Median Home Value

$296,800

Median Rent

$1,893/mo

Population

6,100

College Educated

43.1%

Homeownership

83.3%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

14.6%

Median Age

37.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Juliet W. Long School

What grades does Juliet W. Long School serve?

Juliet W. Long School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Juliet W. Long School?

Juliet W. Long School has an enrollment of approximately 255 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Juliet W. Long School?

The student-teacher ratio at Juliet W. Long School is 13.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Juliet W. Long School rank in CT?

Juliet W. Long School ranks #682 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Juliet W. Long School's MySchoolScout rating?

Juliet W. Long 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.

What are the test scores at Juliet W. Long School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Juliet W. Long School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Juliet W. Long School a charter school?

No, Juliet W. Long School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Juliet W. Long School a Title I school?

No, Juliet W. Long School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Juliet W. Long School?

25.9% of students at Juliet W. Long 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
7 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
255
Student-Teacher Ratio
13.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
19
Free/Reduced Lunch
25.9%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Connecticut Planning Region 8
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
5.5%

District

Ledyard School District
District Enrollment
2,445
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$20,219
District Rank
#3 of 5

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