Serving 451 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Holmes Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%) .
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 84% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 20% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holmes Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Holmes Elementary School's student population of 451 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
451 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Holmes 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 Holmes Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#30 out of 940 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
n/a
13%
White
80%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holmes Elementary School's ranking?
Holmes Elementary School is ranked #30 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Holmes Elementary School often compared to?
Holmes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hindley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 80% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Holmes Elementary School?
451 students attend Holmes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Holmes Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Holmes Elementary School?
Holmes Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Holmes Elementary School offer ?
Holmes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Holmes Elementary School part of?
Holmes Elementary School is part of Darien School District.
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