WEST BRISTOL SCHOOL

West Bristol School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Bristol School District school district, located in Bristol, CT with about 906 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 8th 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 62 teachers, West Bristol School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.

West Bristol School, located at 500 Clark Avenue in Bristol, Connecticut, is a Pre-K through Grade 8 institution that operates as part of the Bristol Public Schools district. The school is known for its modern, purpose-built facility designed to foster a comprehensive learning environment for children throughout their formative elementary and middle school years. By housing both primary and middle school levels under one roof, the school emphasizes a continuous academic trajectory, allowing for a cohesive educational experience that prepares students for the transition to high school.

Academically, West Bristol School focuses on a well-rounded curriculum that integrates core subjects with opportunities for personal and social development. The school culture is generally characterized by a commitment to community building, encouraging parental involvement and fostering a supportive atmosphere for its diverse student body. With a focus on both instructional excellence and student well-being, the school utilizes its facilities—which include dedicated spaces for arts, athletics, and technology—to promote engagement and academic growth for every learner in the district.

For more information, contact West Bristol School at (860) 584-7815 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

500 Clark Avenue
Bristol, CT 06010
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WEST BRISTOL SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Bristol, CT with about 906 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Connecticut

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
906
Teachers:
62
NSLP Status:1
Yes under Community Eligibility Option (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
7th Grade
8th 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 906 students

White
51.5%
Hispanic/Latino
36.2%
Black or African American
6.1%
Two or more races
3.1%
Asian
3.1%

Female
49.8%
Male
50.2%

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.