Excellent
#128 of 990 schools in CT
Top 13% in state
Prospect Elementary School
Elementary School · Regional School District 16
75 New Haven Road, Prospect, CT 06712
Enrollment
605
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
605
Student-Teacher
13.8:1
Score
8.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#128 of 990
In Prospect
#1 of 2
public schools
In district
#1 of 4
Regional School District 16
Academic growth
9.8 / 10
Excellent
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About Prospect Elementary School
Prospect Elementary School is a public elementary school in Prospect, CT, part of Regional School District 16. Prospect Elementary School serves approximately 605 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 13.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Prospect Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.6 out of 10 and ranks #128 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for Prospect Elementary School show 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
- This school 8.6 · Excellent
- District avg 8.5
- CT avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Prospect Elementary School — Students at Prospect Elementary School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25.5%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 16 test records from CT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.8/10.
How Prospect Elementary School Compares
See how Prospect Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
75 New Haven Road, Prospect, CT 06712
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Prospect Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Norton School (rated 8.8/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Cheshire), with a very similar rating. Another option is Doolittle School (rated 7.9/10, 2.6 miles away, in nearby Cheshire), with a comparable rating. Additionally, Maple Hill School (rated 7.8/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Naugatuck), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Prospect, see our Prospect schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.8 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Long River Middle School Prospect | 0.8 mi | 7.8 |
| Maple Hill School Naugatuck | 2.3 mi | 7.8 |
| Doolittle School Cheshire | 2.6 mi | 7.9 |
| MESIVTA YESODEI HATORAH Naugatuck | 2.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Crosby High School Waterbury | 3.6 mi | 3.7 |
| Michael F. Wallace Middle School Waterbury | 3.7 mi | 4.1 |
| Margaret M. Generali Elementary School Waterbury | 3.7 mi | 2.7 |
| Rotella Interdistrict Magnet School Waterbury | 3.9 mi | 4.7 |
| Norton School Cheshire | 3.0 mi | 8.8 |
| Wendell L. Cross School Waterbury | 3.4 mi | 3.7 |
| Darcey School Cheshire | 3.6 mi | 6.8 |
| City Hill Middle School Naugatuck | 3.3 mi | 5.2 |
| Tyrrell Middle School Wolcott | 4.4 mi | 6.1 |
| Gilmartin School Waterbury | 3.6 mi | 2.8 |
| Roberto Clemente International Dual Language School Waterbury | 4.2 mi | 4.4 |
| Cheshire High School Cheshire | 3.5 mi | 7.8 |
| H. S. Chase School Waterbury | 4.5 mi | 5.1 |
| IMPACT CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Waterbury | 4.5 mi | — |
| ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Cheshire | 3.6 mi | 6.5 |
| Dodd Middle School Cheshire | 3.8 mi | 7.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06712 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$125,556
Median Home Value
$350,700
Median Rent
$1,888/mo
Population
9,414
College Educated
36.7%
Homeownership
94.4%
Avg Commute
25.5 min
Poverty Rate
2.3%
Median Age
46.2
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Central School Simsbury, CT | 8.6 |
| Holland Hill School Fairfield, CT | 8.6 |
| Osborn Hill School Fairfield, CT | 8.6 |
| Riverfield School Fairfield, CT | 8.6 |
| Tashua School Trumbull, CT | 8.6 |
| West District School Unionville, CT | 8.6 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Prospect Elementary School
What grades does Prospect Elementary School serve?
Prospect Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Prospect Elementary School?
Prospect Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 605 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Prospect Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Prospect Elementary School is 13.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Prospect Elementary School rank in CT?
Prospect Elementary School ranks #128 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Prospect Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Prospect 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 Prospect Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Prospect Elementary School has 62% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2015-2022).
Is Prospect Elementary School a charter school?
No, Prospect Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Prospect Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Prospect Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Prospect Elementary School?
25.5% of students at Prospect Elementary 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 – 5th
- Enrollment
- 605
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 44
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 4
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 4.6%
- Phone
- (203) 578-3300
Resources & Links
District
Regional School District 16- District Enrollment
- 1,931
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $23,117
- District Rank
- #1 of 4
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