Serving 298 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Farmingville Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 298 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Farmingville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Student Attention
School Overview
Farmingville Elementary School's student population of 298 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has grown by 18% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
298 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Farmingville Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Farmingville Elementary School is 0.33, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#10 out of 940 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
7%
29%
Black
n/a
13%
White
81%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (19-20)
1%
7%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farmingville Elementary School's ranking?
Farmingville Elementary School is ranked #10 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Farmingville Elementary School often compared to?
Farmingville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barlow Mountain Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Farmingville Elementary School?
298 students attend Farmingville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Farmingville Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Farmingville Elementary School?
Farmingville Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Farmingville Elementary School offer ?
Farmingville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Farmingville Elementary School part of?
Farmingville Elementary School is part of Ridgefield School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School - Early Dismissal for Students
June 14, 2024 (Friday)
First Day for Kindergarten through Grade 9 Students
August 27, 2024 (Tuesday)
First Day for Grade 10 through 12 Students
August 28, 2024 (Wednesday)
Last Day of School
June 13, 2025 (Friday)
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