Gales Ferry School serves 195 students in grades Kindergarten-2.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 195 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Gales Ferry School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Gales Ferry School's student population of 195 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 18 teachers has grown by 20% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
195 students
Total Classroom Teachers
18 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Rankings
The diversity score of Gales Ferry School is 0.40, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
15%
32%
Black
3%
12%
White
76%
46%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.7%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
How many students attend Gales Ferry School?
195 students attend Gales Ferry School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Gales Ferry School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Gales Ferry School?
Gales Ferry School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Gales Ferry School offer ?
Gales Ferry School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Gales Ferry School part of?
Gales Ferry School is part of Ledyard School District.
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