Serving 190 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Niantic Center School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher 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 22% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 190 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Niantic Center School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Niantic Center School's student population of 190 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 20 teachers has grown by 81% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
190 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
20 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Wed. Aug 27, 2025
Last Day of School
Tue. Jun 16, 2026
School Mascot
Shell
School Rankings
Niantic Center 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 Niantic Center School is 0.38, 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
#238 out of 939 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
9%
31%
Black
2%
12%
White
78%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
16%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Shell
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Niantic Center School's ranking?
Niantic Center School is ranked #238 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Niantic Center School?
190 students attend Niantic Center School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Niantic Center School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Niantic Center School?
Niantic Center School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Niantic Center School offer ?
Niantic Center School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Niantic Center School part of?
Niantic Center School is part of East Lyme School District.
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