Summary:
The Ledyard School District in Connecticut is home to 5 schools, including 3 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school. The district serves a diverse student population with a significant percentage of economically disadvantaged students, as indicated by the free and reduced lunch rates ranging from 25.88% to 34.12%.
Among the standout schools in the district, Ledyard High School consistently performs well, ranking 36th out of 141 Connecticut high schools and exceeding state averages in SAT/ELA and SAT/Math. The school also boasts a strong 88.4% four-year graduation rate. Another top performer is Juliet W. Long School, which has been consistently ranked in the top half of Connecticut elementary schools and demonstrates high proficiency rates in NGSS/Science, reaching 63.6% in 2024-2025.
While the district's academic performance is generally strong, with most schools performing at or above the district average on SBAC/ELA and SBAC/Math, the district-wide chronic absenteeism rate of 17.7% is a concern that may require targeted interventions. Additionally, the significant variation in spending per student, ranging from $9,008 at Juliet W. Long School to $17,745 at Gales Ferry School, warrants further analysis to understand the factors driving these differences and their potential impact on student outcomes.
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