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#124 of 990 schools in CT

Top 12% in state

Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School

Elementary School · Madison School District

982 Durham Rd., Madison, CT 06443

Enrollment

323

Student-Teacher

11.1:1

Score

8.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#124 of 990

In Madison

#3 of 5

public schools

In district

#3 of 5

Madison School District

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School

8.6/10

Elementary School in Madison · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Dr. Robert H. Brown Intermediate School

8.0/10

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About Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School

Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School is a public elementary school in Madison, CT, part of Madison School District. Kathleen H.

Ryerson Elementary School serves approximately 323 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 11.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #124 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School show 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.6 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.5
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.96 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.7Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency74.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency74.5% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency75% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)80% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-5.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile66th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,569
Chronic Absenteeism8%

Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School — Students at Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School score 74% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 80%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 83.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 81.9% (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
97.5%
ELA
92%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
97.5%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2013
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
77%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2019
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
74.5%
ELA
74.5%

* 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: 8.7/10.

How Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School Compares

See how Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.6/10
88th percentile in CT
Academic
7.7/10
Very Good
Growth
8.7/10
Excellent
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.0%

Location

982 Durham Rd., Madison, CT 06443

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Haddam-Killingworth Intermediate School (rated 9.2/10, 4.3 miles away, in nearby Killingworth), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Killingworth Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Higganum), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 3.2 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Madison, see our Madison schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Dr. Robert H. Brown Intermediate School Madison 0.2 mi 8.0
THE COUNTRY SCHOOL Madison 1.2 mi 6.6
Walter C. Polson Middle School Madison 3.1 mi 7.4
J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School Madison 3.2 mi 8.9
Daniel Hand High School Madison 3.3 mi 8.6
GROVE SCHOOL Madison 3.8 mi 6.9
Guilford Lakes School Guilford 3.4 mi 8.6
Killingworth Elementary School Higganum 3.8 mi 9.0
OUR LADY OF MERCY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Madison 4.6 mi 6.2
Calvin Leete School Guilford 4.6 mi 8.9
Haddam-Killingworth Middle School Killingworth 4.3 mi 6.8
Haddam-Killingworth Intermediate School Killingworth 4.3 mi 9.2
E. C. Adams Middle School Guilford 4.5 mi 8.2
A. W. Cox School Guilford 5.2 mi 8.7
Guilford High School Guilford 4.8 mi 8.4
A. Baldwin Middle School Guilford 4.8 mi 8.5
The Morgan School Clinton 5.6 mi 7.5
Melissa Jones School Guilford 5.6 mi 8.4
Lewin G. Joel Jr. School Clinton 5.8 mi 7.2
Jared Eliot School Clinton 6.3 mi 6.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06443 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$168,341

Median Home Value

$534,800

Median Rent

$2,046/mo

Population

17,577

College Educated

71.8%

Homeownership

90.6%

Avg Commute

30.6 min

Poverty Rate

1.9%

Median Age

51.4

Similar Schools

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

School Rating
Central School Simsbury, CT 8.6
Gainfield Elementary School Southbury, CT 8.6
Guilford Lakes School Guilford, CT 8.6
Holland Hill School Fairfield, CT 8.6
J. F. Kennedy School Milford, CT 8.6
Montowese Elementary School North Haven, CT 8.6

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School

What grades does Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School serve?

Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School?

Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 323 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School is 11.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School rank in CT?

Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School ranks #124 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 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 Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School has 83% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
10 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
323
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 7
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.0%

District

Madison School District
District Enrollment
2,434
Schools in District
5
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,569
District Rank
#3 of 5

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