Serving 486 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Academy Of International Studies Elementary 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 25-29% (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 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 94% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 94%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Academy Of International Studies Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Academy Of International Studies Elementary School's student population of 486 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
486 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
First Day of School
Mon. Aug 18, 2025
School Rankings
Academy Of International Studies Elementary 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 Academy Of International Studies Elementary School is 0.70, 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
#715 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
5%
Hispanic
41%
31%
Black
34%
12%
White
6%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Academy Of International Studies Elementary School's ranking?
Academy Of International Studies Elementary School is ranked #715 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?
25-29% 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 Academy Of International Studies Elementary School?
486 students attend Academy Of International Studies Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Academy Of International Studies Elementary School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are Black, 13% of students are Asian, 6% of students are White, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Academy Of International Studies Elementary School?
Academy Of International Studies Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Academy Of International Studies Elementary School offer ?
Academy Of International Studies Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Academy Of International Studies Elementary School part of?
Academy Of International Studies Elementary School is part of Capitol Region Education Council School District.
School Calendar
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Date
FIRST DAY OF SCHOOL - Early Dismissal (Professional Learning - No After Care)
August 27, 2025 (Wednesday)
No School - Spring Break
April 13, 2026 (Monday)
Last Day of School - Early Release (Tentative) (No After Care)
June 12, 2026 (Friday)
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