Serving 450 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Cherry Brook Primary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 13% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 450 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 13%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Cherry Brook Primary School's student population of 450 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 34% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
450 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cherry Brook Primary School ranks within the top 30% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cherry Brook Primary 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
#263 out of 939 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
6%
31%
Black
3%
12%
White
87%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Cherry Brook Primary School's ranking?
Cherry Brook Primary School is ranked #263 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Cherry Brook Primary School often compared to?
Cherry Brook Primary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East Farms School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Cherry Brook Primary School?
450 students attend Cherry Brook Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
87% of Cherry Brook Primary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cherry Brook Primary School?
Cherry Brook Primary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cherry Brook Primary School offer ?
Cherry Brook Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cherry Brook Primary School part of?
Cherry Brook Primary School is part of Canton School District.
In what neighborhood is Cherry Brook Primary School located?
Cherry Brook Primary School is located in the Collinsville neighborhood of Canton, CT. There are 3 other public schools located in Collinsville.
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