Serving 314 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Edith E. Mackrille School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 68% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 314 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 68%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Edith E. Mackrille School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Edith E. Mackrille School's student population of 314 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
314 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Edith E. Mackrille School ranks within the top 50% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Edith E. Mackrille School is 0.73, which is more 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
#333 out of 940 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
35%
29%
Black
21%
13%
White
32%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Edith E. Mackrille School's ranking?
Edith E. Mackrille School is ranked #333 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Edith E. Mackrille School often compared to?
Edith E. Mackrille Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Alma E. Pagels School, Forest School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Edith E. Mackrille School?
314 students attend Edith E. Mackrille School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of Edith E. Mackrille School students are Hispanic, 32% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Edith E. Mackrille School?
Edith E. Mackrille School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Edith E. Mackrille School offer ?
Edith E. Mackrille School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Edith E. Mackrille School part of?
Edith E. Mackrille School is part of West Haven School District.
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