Serving 284 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Sayles 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 35-39% (which is lower 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 36% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 284 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Sayles School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Sayles School's student population of 284 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
284 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
First Day of School
Mon. Sep 1, 2025
School Motto
The mission statement of the Sprague Public School Community is to provide students with a supportive multiage learning environment where they can grow academically, socially, and emotionally.
School Mascot
Wild Boars
School Rankings
Sayles 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 Sayles School is 0.54, 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
#663 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
17%
31%
Black
2%
12%
White
64%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
15%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Wild Boars
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Sayles School's ranking?
Sayles School is ranked #663 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Sayles School often compared to?
Sayles Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Franklin Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 35-39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Sayles School?
284 students attend Sayles School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Sayles School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Sayles School?
Sayles School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Sayles School offer ?
Sayles School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Sayles School part of?
Sayles School is part of Sprague School District.
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