Serving 178 students in grades 3-5, Dominick H. Ferrara 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 40-44% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 56% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 178 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 56%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
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Dominick H. Ferrara School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
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Attribute
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Community Size
School Overview
Dominick H. Ferrara School's student population of 178 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 14 teachers has declined by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
178 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
14 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Mascot
Yellowjackets
School Rankings
Dominick H. Ferrara 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 Dominick H. Ferrara School is 0.66, 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
#536 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
38%
31%
Black
5%
12%
White
44%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
47%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Yellowjackets
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Dominick H. Ferrara School's ranking?
Dominick H. Ferrara School is ranked #536 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?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Dominick H. Ferrara School?
178 students attend Dominick H. Ferrara School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
44% of Dominick H. Ferrara School students are White, 38% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Dominick H. Ferrara School?
Dominick H. Ferrara School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Dominick H. Ferrara School offer ?
Dominick H. Ferrara School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Dominick H. Ferrara School part of?
Dominick H. Ferrara School is part of East Haven School District.
In what neighborhood is Dominick H. Ferrara School located?
Dominick H. Ferrara School is located in the Foxon neighborhood of East Haven, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in Foxon.
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