Henry Barnard School serves 363 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 90-94% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 83%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 79%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 363 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Math Proficiency: 90-94%
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Henry Barnard School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Henry Barnard School's student population of 363 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
363 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
The diversity score of Henry Barnard School is 0.60, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)90-94%
83%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)80-84%
79%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
24%
29%
Black
8%
13%
White
58%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
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 percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
90-94% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 83% CT state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 79% CT state average).
How many students attend Henry Barnard School?
363 students attend Henry Barnard School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of Henry Barnard School students are White, 24% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Henry Barnard School?
Henry Barnard School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Henry Barnard School offer ?
Henry Barnard School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Henry Barnard School part of?
Henry Barnard School is part of Enfield School District.
In what neighborhood is Henry Barnard School located?
Henry Barnard School is located in the Sherwood Manor neighborhood of Enfield, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in Sherwood Manor.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - NS
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Spring Break - NS
April 08, 2025 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break - NS
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
Spring Break - NS
April 08, 2026 (Wednesday)
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