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#344 of 990 schools in CT

Top 35% in state

Lewin G. Joel Jr. School

Elementary School · Clinton School District

137A Glenwood Rd., Clinton, CT 06413

Enrollment

546

Student-Teacher

10.7:1

Score

7.2

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#344 of 990

In Clinton

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Clinton School District

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Lewin G. Joel Jr. School

7.2/10

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

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About Lewin G. Joel Jr. School

Lewin G. Joel Jr. School is a public elementary school in Clinton, CT, part of Clinton School District.

Lewin G. Joel Jr. School serves approximately 546 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 10.7:1 student-teacher ratio.

Lewin G. Joel Jr. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 out of 10 and ranks #344 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Lewin G. Joel Jr. School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.7 pts above CT schools
  • This school 7.2 · Very Good
  • 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-3.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.1Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency52% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)50% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile58th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,452
Chronic Absenteeism8.2%

Lewin G. Joel Jr. School — Students at Lewin G. Joel Jr. School score 52% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 50%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

39.4%

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 63.5% (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
87%
ELA
72%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
77%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
87%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
47%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
42%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
47%
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: 6.3/10.

How Lewin G. Joel Jr. School Compares

See how Lewin G. Joel Jr. School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.2/10
65th percentile in CT
Academic
7.1/10
Very Good
Growth
6.3/10
Average
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
39%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
51 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.2%

Location

137A Glenwood Rd., Clinton, CT 06413

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Lewin G. Joel Jr. School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Haddam-Killingworth Intermediate School (rated 9.2/10, 5.9 miles away, in nearby Killingworth), which scores notably higher. Another option is Killingworth Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 5.2 miles away, in nearby Higganum), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Essex Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 6.4 miles away, in nearby Centerbrook), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Clinton, see our Clinton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.8 mi
School Distance Rating
The Morgan School Clinton 0.4 mi 7.5
Jared Eliot School Clinton 0.5 mi 6.6
Westbrook Middle School Westbrook 3.7 mi 9.1
Westbrook High School Westbrook 3.7 mi 8.0
Killingworth Elementary School Higganum 5.2 mi 9.0
OUR LADY OF MERCY PREPARATORY ACADEMY Madison 4.4 mi 6.2
Daisy Ingraham School Westbrook 4.5 mi 8.2
Haddam-Killingworth Middle School Killingworth 5.9 mi 6.8
Haddam-Killingworth Intermediate School Killingworth 5.9 mi 9.2
GROVE SCHOOL Madison 4.6 mi 6.9
J. Milton Jeffrey Elementary School Madison 4.7 mi 8.9
John Winthrop Middle School Deep River 5.6 mi 6.4
Walter C. Polson Middle School Madison 4.9 mi 7.4
Daniel Hand High School Madison 5.0 mi 8.6
Valley Regional High School Deep River 6.2 mi 8.3
Dr. Robert H. Brown Intermediate School Madison 5.7 mi 8.0
Kathleen H. Ryerson Elementary School Madison 5.8 mi 8.6
THE COUNTRY SCHOOL Madison 5.9 mi 6.6
Essex Elementary School Centerbrook 6.4 mi 9.0
Chester Elementary School Chester 7.8 mi 9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06413 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$116,023

Median Home Value

$357,000

Median Rent

$1,346/mo

Population

13,317

College Educated

44.1%

Homeownership

84.1%

Avg Commute

28.9 min

Poverty Rate

6.1%

Median Age

49.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Lewin G. Joel Jr. School

What grades does Lewin G. Joel Jr. School serve?

Lewin G. Joel Jr. School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Lewin G. Joel Jr. School?

Lewin G. Joel Jr. School has an enrollment of approximately 546 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Lewin G. Joel Jr. School?

The student-teacher ratio at Lewin G. Joel Jr. School is 10.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Lewin G. Joel Jr. School rank in CT?

Lewin G. Joel Jr. School ranks #344 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Lewin G. Joel Jr. School's MySchoolScout rating?

Lewin G. Joel Jr. School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.2 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 Lewin G. Joel Jr. School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Lewin G. Joel Jr. School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 64% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Lewin G. Joel Jr. School a charter school?

No, Lewin G. Joel Jr. School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Lewin G. Joel Jr. School a Title I school?

No, Lewin G. Joel Jr. School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lewin G. Joel Jr. School?

39.4% of students at Lewin G. Joel Jr. 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
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
24 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
546
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
51
Free/Reduced Lunch
39.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 3
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.2%

District

Clinton School District
District Enrollment
1,457
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,452
District Rank
#2 of 3

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