Serving 508 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Mary E. Griswold 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 53% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 63% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 508 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 53% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 63% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Mary E. Griswold School's student population of 508 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
508 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Mary E. Griswold 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 Mary E. Griswold School is 0.34, 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
#293 out of 940 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
53%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
13%
29%
Black
2%
13%
White
80%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Mary E. Griswold School's ranking?
Mary E. Griswold School is ranked #293 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Mary E. Griswold School often compared to?
Mary E. Griswold Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Emma Hart Willard School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
53% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 63% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Mary E. Griswold School?
508 students attend Mary E. Griswold School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Mary E. Griswold School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Mary E. Griswold School?
Mary E. Griswold School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Mary E. Griswold School offer ?
Mary E. Griswold School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Mary E. Griswold School part of?
Mary E. Griswold School is part of Berlin School District.
In what neighborhood is Mary E. Griswold School located?
Mary E. Griswold School is located in the Kensington neighborhood of Berlin, CT. There are 2 other public schools located in Kensington.
School Calendar
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Date
School Spirit- Tent. Last Day Wear Tie Dye Shirt
June 07, 2024 (Friday)
Last Day of School
June 11, 2024 (Tuesday)
First Day of School
August 29, 2024 (Thursday)
Fall Break - No School
October 14, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
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