Beecher Road School

www.woodbridge.k12.ct.us

862 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 6th

School Overview

Beecher Road School, located in the suburban community of Woodbridge, Connecticut, serves as the town’s only elementary school, catering to students from preschool through sixth grade. The school is highly regarded for its commitment to a "whole-child" educational philosophy, which balances rigorous academic standards with a focus on social-emotional development and community engagement. By fostering a nurturing environment, Beecher Road School aims to cultivate lifelong learners who are critical thinkers, creative problem-solvers, and responsible citizens within a diverse and inclusive setting.

Beyond the standard curriculum, the school distinguishes itself through a variety of enrichment programs, modern facilities, and a strong emphasis on integrating technology into the classroom. The institution places a high value on home-school communication and active parent involvement, which helps maintain a collaborative atmosphere. With its focus on personalized instruction and a supportive school culture, Beecher Road School is widely recognized for preparing its students for success as they transition to the regional middle and high school levels.

862

Total Students

73.5

Full-Time Teachers

11.7

Student/Teacher Ratio

12.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Beecher Road School
Demographic	Student Count
White	564
Hispanic	86
Black	19
Asian	129
Two or More	61
American Indian	2

White
564 (65.5%)
Asian
129 (15.0%)
Hispanic
86 (10.0%)
Two or More
61 (7.1%)
Black
19 (2.2%)
American Indian
2 (0.2%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Woodbridge School District
Phone:	(203)389-2195
Website:	http://www.woodbridge.k12.ct.us
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 6th
Total Students:	862
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	73.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	11.7
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	89
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	20

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Pre-Kindergarten 19

Kindergarten 90

Grade 1 130

Grade 2 118

Grade 3 133

Grade 4 123

Grade 5 123

Grade 6 126