Serving 529 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Vogel-wetmore School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 529 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Vogel-wetmore School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Vogel-wetmore School's student population of 529 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 45 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
529 students
Total Classroom Teachers
45 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Safe - Responsible - Respectful
School Rankings
Vogel-wetmore School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Vogel-wetmore School is 0.60, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#689 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
45%
32%
Black
8%
12%
White
44%
46%
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.1%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
57%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Vogel-wetmore School's ranking?
Vogel-wetmore School is ranked #689 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Vogel-wetmore School?
529 students attend Vogel-wetmore School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Vogel-wetmore School students are Hispanic, 44% of students are White, 8% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Vogel-wetmore School?
Vogel-wetmore School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Vogel-wetmore School offer ?
Vogel-wetmore School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Vogel-wetmore School part of?
Vogel-wetmore School is part of Torrington School District.
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