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#404 of 990 schools in CT

Top 41% in state

Snow School

Elementary School · Middletown School District

299 Wadsworth St., Middletown, CT 06457

Enrollment

344

Student-Teacher

14.3:1

Score

6.9

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#404 of 990

In Middletown

#5 of 11

public schools

In district

#5 of 10

Middletown School District

Academic performance

7.8 / 10

Very Good

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Snow School

6.9/10

Elementary School in Middletown · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.2/10

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About Snow School

Snow School is a public elementary school in Middletown, CT, part of Middletown School District. Snow School serves approximately 344 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Snow School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 out of 10 and ranks #404 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Snow School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 6.9 · Average
  • District avg 6.4
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.6Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.96 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.8Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)38% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+11.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile68th
Resources & Environment6.1Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$28,370
Chronic Absenteeism15.4%

Snow School — Students at Snow School score 50% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 38%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

54.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 54.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 60.1% (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
82%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
82%
ELA
67%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
77%
2012
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
47%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
42%
ELA
47%
2017
Math
47%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
27%
ELA
52%
2021*
Math
27%
ELA
52%
2022
Math
37%
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: 6.6/10.

How Snow School Compares

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

Overall Score
6.9/10
59th percentile in CT
Academic
7.8/10
Very Good
Growth
6.6/10
Average
Environment
6.1/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
55%
Teaching Staff
14:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
15.4%

Location

299 Wadsworth St., Middletown, CT 06457

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Snow School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Moody School (rated 9.0/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Valley View School (rated 7.4/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby Portland), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Wesley School (rated 7.3/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Middletown, see our Middletown schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.4 mi
School Distance Rating
MERCY HIGH SCHOOL Middletown 0.6 mi 5.2
Vinal Technical High School Middletown 0.8 mi 3.7
Wesley School Middletown 1.1 mi 7.3
Spencer School Middletown 1.6 mi 5.2
ST JOHN PAUL II SCHOOL Middletown 1.5 mi 6.5
Beman Middle School Middletown 1.4 mi 5.0
Middlefield Memorial School Middlefield 1.6 mi 6.2
MacDonough School Middletown 2.0 mi 7.2
Farm Hill School Middletown 1.6 mi 5.6
THE INDEPENDENT DAY SCHOOL Middlefield 2.4 mi 7.1
Middletown High School Middletown 2.6 mi 7.0
Bielefield School Middletown 2.1 mi 4.8
Moody School Middletown 2.6 mi 9.0
Lawrence School Middletown 3.3 mi 5.5
Brownstone Intermediate School Portland 3.1 mi 6.4
XAVIER HIGH SCHOOL Middletown 2.7 mi 4.2
John Lyman School Middlefield 3.1 mi 7.1
Valley View School Portland 3.5 mi 7.4
ADELBROOK Cromwell 4.2 mi 8.1
Coginchaug Regional High School Durham 4.4 mi 7.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06457 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$74,003

Median Home Value

$279,500

Median Rent

$1,392/mo

Population

46,690

College Educated

40.7%

Homeownership

53.1%

Avg Commute

22.4 min

Poverty Rate

12.1%

Median Age

39.8

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Breakthrough Magnet School North Hartford, CT 7.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Snow School

What grades does Snow School serve?

Snow School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Snow School?

Snow School has an enrollment of approximately 344 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Snow School?

The student-teacher ratio at Snow School is 14.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Snow School rank in CT?

Snow School ranks #404 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Snow School's MySchoolScout rating?

Snow School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.9 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 Snow School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Snow School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Snow School a charter school?

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

Is Snow School a Title I school?

No, Snow School is not currently a Title I school.

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

54.7% of students at Snow 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
10 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
23 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
344
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
54.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Connecticut Planning Region 3
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
15.4%

District

Middletown School District
District Enrollment
4,378
Schools in District
10
Per-Pupil Spending
$28,370
District Rank
#5 of 10

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