Summary:
ZIP code 06751 is home to just one elementary school, Bethlehem Elementary School, serving grades PK–5 with 276 students as part of Regional School District 14. The school ranks 85th out of 491 Connecticut elementary schools for 2025–2026, placing it in the 83rd percentile with a 4-star rating — well above its district, which sits in the 62nd percentile statewide. It has improved steadily, rising from 149th (70th percentile) in 2023–2024 to 102nd in 2024–2025 and now 85th.
Bethlehem Elementary outperforms both district and state averages in every tested subject and grade. In 2025–2026, 3rd grade ELA proficiency was 67.4%, 4th grade 79.1%, and 5th grade 62.8%, versus state averages of 47.3%, 50.9%, and 53.5%. Math is the standout, with 86% proficiency in 4th grade and 78.3% in 3rd grade, far exceeding state marks. 5th grade science reached 79.1%, up from 62.5% the prior year. Chronic absenteeism is just 5.7% compared to 16.4% statewide, and only 19.2% of students qualify for free or reduced lunch. The school enjoys a 13.3:1 student-teacher ratio and per-student spending of $19,012.
The school's ranking jumped 64 places in three years, reflecting strong momentum. One trend worth watching: the 3rd grade ELA advantage over the district narrowed from 18.7 points to just 0.1 points, as the district improved while the school dipped slightly. However, 5th grade science rebounded with a 16.6-point gain in one year. With small classes, very low absenteeism, and consistent gains, Bethlehem Elementary School is a well-supported, high-performing school and a clear leader within Regional School District 14.
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