Serving 265 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Melissa Jones School ranks in the top 30% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 14% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 265 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 14%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Melissa Jones School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Melissa Jones School's student population of 265 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
265 students
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
School Motto
excellence - challenge - passion - potential - success
School Rankings
Melissa Jones 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 Melissa Jones School is 0.26, 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
#225 out of 939 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
7%
32%
Black
n/a
12%
White
86%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Guilford School District
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Melissa Jones School's ranking?
Melissa Jones School is ranked #225 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?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Melissa Jones School?
265 students attend Melissa Jones School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
86% of Melissa Jones School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Melissa Jones School?
Melissa Jones School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Melissa Jones School offer ?
Melissa Jones School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Melissa Jones School part of?
Melissa Jones School is part of Guilford School District.
School Calendar
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Date
Last day of School - 1:52 Dismissal
June 18, 2026 (Thursday)
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