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#180 of 990 schools in CT

Top 18% in state

Lake Street School

Elementary School · Vernon School District

201 Lake St., Vernon, CT 06066

Enrollment

242

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

8.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#180 of 990

In Vernon

#1 of 5

public schools

In district

#2 of 7

Vernon School District

Academic growth

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Lake Street School

8.3/10

Elementary School in Vernon · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.4/10

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About Lake Street School

Lake Street School is a public elementary school in Vernon, CT, part of Vernon School District. Lake Street School serves approximately 242 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Lake Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 out of 10 and ranks #180 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Lake Street School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 8.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.8
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.97 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)47% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+12.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment7.3Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,215
Chronic Absenteeism12.8%

Lake Street School — Students at Lake Street School score 60% 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

42.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 71.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 70.1% (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
97.5%
ELA
77%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
82%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
77%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
62%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Lake Street School Compares

See how Lake Street School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.3/10
82th percentile in CT
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
7.3/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
43%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
12.8%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

201 Lake St., Vernon, CT 06066

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lake Street School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Philip R. Smith School (rated 9.0/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby South Windsor), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Orchard Hill School (rated 8.5/10, 3.2 miles away, in nearby South Windsor), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Center Road School (rated 7.7/10, 2.0 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Vernon, see our Vernon schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Buckley School Manchester 1.7 mi 5.4
Center Road School Vernon 2.0 mi 7.7
Vernon Center Middle School Vernon 2.2 mi 6.5
Highland Park School Manchester 2.9 mi 4.0
Bowers School Manchester 2.6 mi 4.5
Bolton Center School Bolton 2.9 mi 7.2
Rockville High School Vernon 3.2 mi 4.8
Illing Middle School Manchester 2.8 mi 3.8
Skinner Road School Vernon 3.3 mi 7.5
Philip R. Smith School South Windsor 3.0 mi 9.0
HANS CHRISTIAN ANDERSEN MONTESSORI SCHOOL Bolton 3.4 mi
Manchester High School Manchester 3.1 mi 5.0
Keeney School Manchester 3.0 mi 5.5
Timothy Edwards School South Windsor 3.0 mi 7.4
Maple Street School Rockville 4.0 mi 6.7
ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Manchester 3.1 mi 6.3
COMMUNITY CHILD GUIDANCE CLINIC Manchester 3.1 mi 6.5
Orchard Hill School South Windsor 3.2 mi 8.5
THE CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Manchester 3.3 mi 6.7
CLINICAL DAY SCHOOL - MANCHESTER MEMORIAL HOSPITAL Manchester 3.5 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06066 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$80,766

Median Home Value

$255,000

Median Rent

$1,412/mo

Population

30,377

College Educated

36.2%

Homeownership

54.5%

Avg Commute

24.9 min

Poverty Rate

11.7%

Median Age

41.1

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Plymouth Center School Plymouth, CT 8.3
Laurel Ledge School Beacon Falls, CT 8.4
Melissa Jones School Guilford, CT 8.4
Turkey Hill School Orange, CT 8.4

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lake Street School

What grades does Lake Street School serve?

Lake Street School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Lake Street School?

Lake Street School has an enrollment of approximately 242 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lake Street School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lake Street School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lake Street School rank in CT?

Lake Street School ranks #180 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Lake Street School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lake Street School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.3 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 Lake Street School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lake Street School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Lake Street School a charter school?

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

Is Lake Street School a Title I school?

No, Lake Street School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lake Street School?

42.6% of students at Lake Street 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
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
242
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
42.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 1
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
12.8%

District

Vernon School District
District Enrollment
3,226
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,215
District Rank
#2 of 7

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