Serving 345 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Governor William Pitkin School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 84% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 345 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 84%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Governor William Pitkin School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Governor William Pitkin School's student population of 345 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
345 students
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Motto
Schools that are the Pride of our Community
School Rankings
Governor William Pitkin 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 Governor William Pitkin School is 0.72, which is more 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
#505 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
41%
32%
Black
28%
12%
White
16%
46%
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.1%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
38%
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 Governor William Pitkin School's ranking?
Governor William Pitkin School is ranked #505 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Governor William Pitkin School often compared to?
Governor William Pitkin Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Montessori Magnet School, Museum Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Governor William Pitkin School?
345 students attend Governor William Pitkin School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Governor William Pitkin School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are Black, 16% of students are White, 11% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Governor William Pitkin School?
Governor William Pitkin School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Governor William Pitkin School offer ?
Governor William Pitkin School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Governor William Pitkin School part of?
Governor William Pitkin School is part of East Hartford School District.
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