Serving 235 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Western School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 20:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 61% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: Kindergarten-4
Enrollment: 235 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
Minority Enrollment: 61%
Overall Testing Rank
: Bottom 50% in CT
Math Proficiency
: 45-49% (Top 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Western School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Western School is 0.71, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Western Elementary School is a close-knit community where
students and families are supported. Our staff works hard to meet
the needs of each and every child in the hopes that they will
succeed. We look towards our families for their support and
guidance in meeting these needs as we partner together to make sure
each child grows. We encourage parents to contact us with any
questions or concerns. Our view is that problems are meant to be
solved and we look forward to working with our families on behalf
of their child.We welcome your interest and involvement and urge
you to contact your child's teacher if you have any questions about
the educational program or your children's progress.
Western School is ranked #499 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Western School?
235 students attend Western School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
39% of Western School students are White, 34% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Western School?
Western School has a student ration of 20:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Western School offer ?
Western School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
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Quick Stats (2025)
Grades: Kindergarten-4
Enrollment: 235 students
Student:Teacher Ratio: 20:1
Minority Enrollment: 61%
Overall Testing Rank
: Bottom 50%
Math Proficiency
: 45-49% (Top 50%)
Reading Proficiency
: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
