Serving 217 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Martin 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 66% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 217 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 66%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Martin School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Martin School's student population of 217 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 22% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
217 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 28, 2025
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 13, 2026
School Motto
Pride in Excellence
School Rankings
Martin 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 Martin School is 0.73, 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
#629 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
34%
31%
Black
21%
12%
White
34%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
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 Martin School's ranking?
Martin School is ranked #629 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Martin School often compared to?
Martin Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buckley School, Highland Park School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Martin School?
217 students attend Martin School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
34% of Martin School students are Hispanic, 34% of students are White, 21% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Martin School?
Martin School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Martin School offer ?
Martin School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Martin School part of?
Martin School is part of Manchester School District.
In what neighborhood is Martin School located?
Martin School is located in the Martins neighborhood of Manchester, CT.
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