Serving 56 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Botelle Elementary 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 40-49% (which is approximately equal to the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-49% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 56 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 40-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-49% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: <50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Botelle Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Botelle Elementary School's student population of 56 students has declined by 41% over five school years.
The teacher population of 7 teachers has declined by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
56 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
7 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Botelle 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 Botelle Elementary School is 0.24, 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
#524 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-49%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
<50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
4%
31%
Black
n/a
12%
White
87%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
23%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Botelle Elementary School's ranking?
Botelle Elementary School is ranked #524 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?
40-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 40-49% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Botelle Elementary School?
56 students attend Botelle Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Botelle Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Botelle Elementary School?
Botelle Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Botelle Elementary School offer ?
Botelle Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Botelle Elementary School part of?
Botelle Elementary School is part of Norfolk School District.
In what neighborhood is Botelle Elementary School located?
Botelle Elementary School is located in the Norfolk Historic District neighborhood of Norfolk, CT.
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