The Gilbert School District

The Gilbert School District in Connecticut consists of a single public high school, The Gilbert School, which serves grades 7-12 with a total enrollment of 410 students. While the school has a relatively diverse student population, its academic performance, particularly in mathematics and science, lags behind the statewide averages, and the school's statewide ranking has declined in recent years.

The Gilbert School's student population is 68.05% white, 20.24% Hispanic, 4.88% Asian, and 2.44% African American. Academically, the school's proficiency rates on state assessments are lower than the state averages, with 52.3% of 7th graders and 36.6% of 8th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to 48.8% and 48.5% statewide, respectively. In mathematics, only 18.6% of 8th graders and 29% of 11th graders (as measured by the SAT) are proficient or better, compared to 36.2% and 34.1% statewide. The school's science proficiency rate for 11th graders is also significantly lower than the state average, at 28.1% versus 46.9%.

The high percentage of students (50.98%) receiving free or reduced-price lunch at The Gilbert School suggests that the school serves a population with significant socioeconomic challenges, which may contribute to the lower academic performance observed. Additionally, the school's statewide ranking has declined from 86th out of 121 Connecticut high schools in 2018-2019 to 88th out of 142 in 2022-2023, indicating that the school may be struggling to keep pace with other high schools in the state. However, the school's racial diversity could be a valuable asset that can be leveraged to create a more inclusive and enriching learning environment for all students.