Summary:
The Goodwin University Educational Services (GUES) district contains only one elementary school, Riverside Magnet School at Goodwin University, which serves grades PK-5 with a total enrollment of 483 students.
Riverside Magnet School has consistently underperformed the state averages in English Language Arts, Mathematics, and Science proficiency rates over the past two school years. In the 2024-2025 school year, the school ranked 407 out of 493 Connecticut elementary schools and was rated 1 out of 5 stars by SchoolDigger. Its proficiency rates were significantly lower than the state averages, with only 36.2% proficient in English Language Arts and 29% proficient in 3rd grade Mathematics, compared to state averages of 46.9% and 52.2%, respectively.
The data also shows that Riverside Magnet School serves a predominantly economically disadvantaged student population, with 68.53% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch in the 2023-2024 school year. This high percentage of economically disadvantaged students may be a contributing factor to the school's low academic performance, as research has shown that students from low-income backgrounds often face additional challenges in their educational attainment. The school's low ranking and rating suggest that it may need to implement targeted interventions and strategies to improve its academic performance and provide a more equitable education for its students.
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