Summary:
Zip code 06333 in East Lyme, CT, is home to one elementary school, Flanders School, serving grades K-4 within the East Lyme School District. Flanders stands out for its remarkably low chronic absenteeism rate of 4.7%—about half the district rate (8.9%) and one-third the state rate (16.4%)—and a low free/reduced lunch rate of 16.94%, indicating a relatively affluent student population. The school also benefits from a favorable 10.7:1 student–teacher ratio and per-student spending of $15,821, both structural advantages that support individualized instruction.
Academically, Flanders generally exceeds state proficiency averages, but its performance has been volatile in recent years. In 2024–2025, the school posted strong results—80.1% average ELA proficiency and 77.4% in math—earning a 5-star ranking at the 91st percentile (43rd statewide). However, in 2025–2026, proficiency dropped sharply to 68.2% in ELA and 66.1% in math, causing the statewide rank to fall to 160th (67th percentile, 3 stars). The most significant declines occurred in 3rd grade, especially math, where proficiency fell to 54.7%—14.9 points below the district and barely above the state average. Despite this, 4th grade remains a clear strength: 4th graders scored 75.9% in ELA and 77.4% in math, both well above state averages and slightly above district averages.
The school’s ranking swings likely reflect the small size of its cohort (242 students), where even modest score changes can produce large percentile shifts. While the 2025–2026 drop is notable, Flanders still outperforms state averages in most tested areas, and its excellent attendance culture suggests strong family engagement and a positive school climate. Because this zip code contains only one elementary school, no school-to-school comparison is possible; all context comes from district and state benchmarks. Overall, Flanders School is a solid, well-resourced option within the East Lyme district, with strong 4th-grade performance and an area of focus in 3rd-grade math.
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