Serving 207 students in grades 2-3, John Lyman School ranks in the top 50% 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 2-3
- Enrollment: 207 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
John Lyman School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
John Lyman School's student population of 207 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 2-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
207 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
Year Founded
1965
School Calendar
School Motto
'Together We Grow'
School Rankings
John Lyman School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of John Lyman School is 0.22, 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
#347 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
8%
32%
Black
n/a
12%
White
88%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Regional School District 13
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John Lyman School's ranking?
John Lyman School is ranked #347 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
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 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend John Lyman School?
207 students attend John Lyman School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of John Lyman School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John Lyman School?
John Lyman School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does John Lyman School offer ?
John Lyman School offers enrollment in grades 2-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John Lyman School part of?
John Lyman School is part of Regional School District 13.
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