PRENDERGAST SCHOOL

Prendergast School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Ansonia School District school district, located in Ansonia, CT with about 638 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 42 teachers, Prendergast School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

Prendergast School, located at 59 Finney Street in Ansonia, Connecticut, is a public elementary school serving students in the Ansonia Public Schools district. As a neighborhood-focused institution, the school is dedicated to fostering a supportive learning environment that emphasizes academic growth, social-emotional development, and community engagement. The school’s curriculum is designed to meet state standards while providing students with the foundational skills necessary for long-term educational success, typically serving the K-6 grade levels.

The school places a strong emphasis on maintaining a collaborative partnership between educators, families, and the surrounding community. By offering various resources and maintaining an active school culture, Prendergast strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential. For those looking for specific updates regarding school policies, academic calendars, or contact information for the administration, the school’s official page on the district website serves as the primary hub for parent communication and school news.

For more information, contact Prendergast School at (203) 736-5080 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

59 Finney St.
Ansonia, CT 06401
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PRENDERGAST SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Ansonia, CT with about 638 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Connecticut

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
638
Teachers:
42
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I schoolwide school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade
6th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 638 students

White
41.1%
Hispanic/Latino
35.6%
Black or African American
13.6%
Two or more races
6.9%
Asian
2.8%

Female
47.2%
Male
52.8%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.