Serving 236 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Side By Side Charter School ranks in the top 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- School Type: Charter School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Side By Side Charter School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Community Size
School Overview
Side By Side Charter School's student population of 236 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
236 students
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Year Founded
1997
Colors
Community . Tolerance . Social Justice
School Calendar
School Rankings
Side By Side Charter School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Side By Side Charter School is 0.57, 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
#416 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
61%
32%
Black
22%
12%
White
10%
46%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
49%
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 Side By Side Charter School's ranking?
Side By Side Charter School is ranked #416 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Side By Side Charter School often compared to?
Side By Side Charter Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Concord Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Side By Side Charter School?
236 students attend Side By Side Charter School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
61% of Side By Side Charter School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Side By Side Charter School?
Side By Side Charter School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Side By Side Charter School offer ?
Side By Side Charter School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Side By Side Charter School part of?
Side By Side Charter School is part of Side By Side Charter School District.
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