Laurel Literacy Academy serves 247 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 83%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 64% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 79%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 92% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 247 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 92%
- Math Proficiency: 76%
- Reading Proficiency: 64%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Laurel Literacy Academy ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Laurel Literacy Academy's student population of 247 students has declined by 22% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
247 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Year Founded
1905
Last Day of School
Wed. Jun 10, 2026
School Rankings
The diversity score of Laurel Literacy Academy is 0.55, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)76%
83%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(10-11)64%
79%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
20%
32%
Black
64%
12%
White
8%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Bloomfield School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Laurel Literacy Academy often compared to?
Laurel Literacy Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Riverside Magnet School At Goodwin University by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 83% CT state average), while 64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 79% CT state average).
How many students attend Laurel Literacy Academy?
247 students attend Laurel Literacy Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Laurel Literacy Academy students are Black, 20% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are White, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Laurel Literacy Academy?
Laurel Literacy Academy has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Laurel Literacy Academy offer ?
Laurel Literacy Academy offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Laurel Literacy Academy part of?
Laurel Literacy Academy is part of Bloomfield School District.
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