Putnam School District

The Putnam School District in Connecticut consists of three schools: Putnam Elementary School, Putnam Middle School, and Putnam High School. The district as a whole is ranked 121 out of 151 districts in Connecticut and is rated 1 star out of 5 by SchoolDigger, indicating it is a lower-performing district.

Putnam Elementary School is the standout performer in the district, consistently outperforming the district and state averages in both English Language Arts and Mathematics at the elementary level. In contrast, Putnam Middle School and Putnam High School struggle academically, with significantly lower proficiency rates compared to the state averages, particularly in Mathematics.

The high percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, especially at the elementary school level, suggests a need for additional support and resources to address socioeconomic challenges. Additionally, the lower student-teacher ratio at Putnam High School may contribute to its relatively better academic performance compared to the middle school. Overall, the data highlights the need for the Putnam School District to focus on improving academic outcomes, particularly at the middle and high school levels, while also addressing the socioeconomic challenges faced by a significant portion of its student population.