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Shepherd Glen School

Public | K-6 | 342 students

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4 stars

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Posted February 1, 2010

I have two children at Shepherd Glen and have loved the school! They've had excellent teachers and aides. The principal has been fantasic! We've been very happy.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted April 11, 2007

My child attended this school for several years before I finally pulled her out in disgust. In the lower grades her teachers were excellent but as she progressed they were terrible. Once she got to private school it quickly became apparent that she was lacking in basic skills that should have been taught in earlier grades. She has since caught up thanks to the dedicated teachers at her new school but it clearly demonstrates a huge problem in this school. Also, Hamden schools in general have a problem with bullying and Shepherd Glen is no exception. The Principal is unapproachable and does little to permanently address issues of cocern. I would never recommend this school to any parent.
—Submitted by a parent


Posted March 23, 2007

This school and its staffs are very accommodating in dealing with the issues involving the education, growth and health of my son. He is in kindergarten and I am allowed to spend time in the classroom and see the environment my son is learning in. The two teachers, Mrs. Morrissey and Ms. O'neil are wonderful, patient and very focused in providing an environment for their students to thrive in. And they care very much about their students health, well-being and welfare. The overall school is very clean and modern. They provide much needed after school activities for children of all ages and even have things like movie night for the children and parents.
—Submitted by Joseph Barba, a parent


Posted February 20, 2005

Shepherd Glen School is a caring community of learners and educators. It is a place where expectations are high for all students and respect and tolerance are daily lessons. The multiculturally diverse population and unique school structure work together toward clearly defined goals. The teachers share a common vision and strive to meet the needs of all students. I am proud to be a member of the Shepherd Glen community.
—Submitted by a teacher


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About these ratings

The Community Rating is the school’s average rating from its community members (e.g., parents, students, and school staff). The highest possible rating is five stars; the lowest is one star.

The test results by subgroup show how the designated group of students is performing in comparison to the general population.
Math

The state average for Math was 83% in 2009.

45 students were tested at this school in 2009.

2009

 
 
80%

2008

 
 
77%

2007

 
 
63%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 71% in 2009.

45 students were tested at this school in 2009.

2009

 
 
60%

2008

 
 
70%

2007

 
 
55%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 83% in 2009.

45 students were tested at this school in 2009.

2009

 
 
76%

2008

 
 
81%

2007

 
 
74%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2008-2009 Connecticut used the Connecticut Mastery Test (CMT) to test students' skills in reading, writing and math in grades 3 through 8, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The CMT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Connecticut.

See Connecticut's state standards

Source: Connecticut Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 85% in 2009.

45 students were tested at this school in 2009.

2009

 
 
82%

2008

 
 
78%

2007

 
 
73%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 74% in 2009.

45 students were tested at this school in 2009.

2009

 
 
64%

2008

 
 
70%

2007

 
 
62%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 85% in 2009.

45 students were tested at this school in 2009.

2009

 
 
80%

2008

 
 
76%

2007

 
 
73%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2008-2009 Connecticut used the Connecticut Mastery Test (CMT) to test students' skills in reading, writing and math in grades 3 through 8, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The CMT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Connecticut.

See Connecticut's state standards

Source: Connecticut Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 86% in 2009.

46 students were tested at this school in 2009.

2009

 
 
83%

2008

 
 
82%

2007

 
 
75%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 78% in 2009.

46 students were tested at this school in 2009.

2009

 
 
85%

2008

 
 
69%

2007

 
 
55%
Science

The state average for Science was 81% in 2008.

39 students were tested at this school in 2008.

2008

 
 
72%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 87% in 2009.

46 students were tested at this school in 2009.

2009

 
 
96%

2008

 
 
87%

2007

 
 
90%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2008-2009 Connecticut used the Connecticut Mastery Test (CMT) to test students' skills in reading, writing and math in grades 3 through 8, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The CMT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Connecticut.

See Connecticut's state standards

Source: Connecticut Department of Education

Math

The state average for Math was 87% in 2009.

40 students were tested at this school in 2009.

2009

 
 
88%

2008

 
 
75%

2007

 
 
77%
Reading

The state average for Reading was 80% in 2009.

40 students were tested at this school in 2009.

2009

 
 
78%

2008

 
 
77%

2007

 
 
77%
Writing

The state average for Writing was 83% in 2009.

40 students were tested at this school in 2009.

2009

 
 
90%

2008

 
 
83%

2007

 
 
85%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2008-2009 Connecticut used the Connecticut Mastery Test (CMT) to test students' skills in reading, writing and math in grades 3 through 8, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The CMT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Connecticut.

See Connecticut's state standards

Source: Connecticut Department of Education

Math

All Students80%
Femalen/a
Male74%
Blackn/a
Asian Americann/a
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged77%
Not economically disadvantagedn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities82%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English80%

Reading

All Students60%
Femalen/a
Male56%
Blackn/a
Asian Americann/a
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged46%
Not economically disadvantagedn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities62%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English67%

Writing

All Students76%
Femalen/a
Male74%
Blackn/a
Asian Americann/a
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged65%
Not economically disadvantagedn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities77%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English80%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2008-2009 Connecticut used the Connecticut Mastery Test (CMT) to test students' skills in reading, writing and math in grades 3 through 8, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The CMT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Connecticut.

The different student groups are identified by the Connecticut Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Connecticut's state standards

Source: Connecticut Department of Education

Math

All Students82%
Female83%
Male81%
Blackn/a
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged77%
Not economically disadvantagedn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities88%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English84%

Reading

All Students64%
Female71%
Male57%
Blackn/a
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged48%
Not economically disadvantagedn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities70%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English66%

Writing

All Students80%
Female92%
Male67%
Blackn/a
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged74%
Not economically disadvantagedn/a
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities85%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English82%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2008-2009 Connecticut used the Connecticut Mastery Test (CMT) to test students' skills in reading, writing and math in grades 3 through 8, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The CMT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Connecticut.

The different student groups are identified by the Connecticut Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Connecticut's state standards

Source: Connecticut Department of Education

Math

All Students83%
Female85%
Male80%
Black65%
Asian Americann/a
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged71%
Not economically disadvantaged92%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities88%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English82%

Reading

All Students85%
Female85%
Male85%
Black70%
Asian Americann/a
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged76%
Not economically disadvantaged92%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities91%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English84%

Writing

All Students96%
Female96%
Male95%
Black90%
Asian Americann/a
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged91%
Not economically disadvantaged100%
Students with disabilitiesn/a
Students without disabilities98%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English96%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2008-2009 Connecticut used the Connecticut Mastery Test (CMT) to test students' skills in reading, writing and math in grades 3 through 8, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The CMT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Connecticut.

The different student groups are identified by the Connecticut Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Connecticut's state standards

Source: Connecticut Department of Education

Math

All Students88%
Female87%
Malen/a
Blackn/a
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged85%
Not economically disadvantagedn/a
Students without disabilities89%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English87%

Reading

All Students78%
Female83%
Malen/a
Blackn/a
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged65%
Not economically disadvantagedn/a
Students without disabilities81%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English77%

Writing

All Students90%
Female96%
Malen/a
Blackn/a
Hispanicn/a
Whiten/a
Economically disadvantaged85%
Not economically disadvantagedn/a
Students without disabilities95%
English language learnersn/a
Proficient in English90%
Scale: % level 3, 4, or 5

About the tests


In 2008-2009 Connecticut used the Connecticut Mastery Test (CMT) to test students' skills in reading, writing and math in grades 3 through 8, and in science in grades 5 and 8. The CMT is a standards-based test, which means it measures how well students are mastering specific skills defined for each grade by the state of Connecticut.

The different student groups are identified by the Connecticut Department of Education. If there are fewer than 10 students in a particular group, the state doesn't report data for that group.

See Connecticut's state standards

Source: Connecticut Department of Education

Breaking down the GreatSchools Rating

GreatSchools Ratings are based on the most recent standardized test results for schools. Use the breakdown ratings below to compare types of students at this school. Learn more »


Student ethnicity

Ethnicity This school State average
Black 34% 14%
White 33% 64%
Asian/Pacific Islander 20% 4%
Hispanic 13% 17%
American Indian/Alaska Native 0% 0%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student subgroups

  This school District averageState average
Students eligible for free or reduced-price lunch program 59%N/A30%
Source: NCES, 2008-2009

Student-teacher ratio

  This school District averageState average
Students per FTE teacher 14N/A12
Source: NCES, 2008-2009
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1 Skiff St Extension
Hamden, CT 06514
Phone: (203) 407-2070

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