Serving 472 students in grades 6-12, Shepaug Valley School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 6-12
- Enrollment: 472 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Graduation Rate: ≥90% (Btm 50% in CT)
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20%
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Shepaug Valley School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Shepaug Valley School's student population of 472 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 48 teachers has declined by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-12
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
472 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
48 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Shepaug Valley School ranks within the top 20% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Shepaug Valley School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#142 out of 940 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
10%
29%
Black
1%
13%
White
85%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Graduation Rate
≥90%
90%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Shepaug Valley School's ranking?
Shepaug Valley School is ranked #142 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Shepaug Valley School often compared to?
Shepaug Valley Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Nonnewaug High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
What is the graduation rate of Shepaug Valley School?
The graduation rate of Shepaug Valley School is 90%, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 90%.
How many students attend Shepaug Valley School?
472 students attend Shepaug Valley School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Shepaug Valley School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Shepaug Valley School?
Shepaug Valley School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Shepaug Valley School offer ?
Shepaug Valley School offers enrollment in grades 6-12 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Shepaug Valley School part of?
Shepaug Valley School is part of Regional School District 12.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
2nd to last day of school - 11:45 dismissal
June 13, 2024 (Thursday)
Last day of school - 11:45 dismissal
June 14, 2024 (Friday)
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