Serving 437 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tokeneke Elementary School ranks in the top 1% 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 87% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 84% (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: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 437 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 87% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tokeneke 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
Tokeneke Elementary School's student population of 437 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
437 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tokeneke Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Tokeneke Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#7 out of 940 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
87%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
7%
29%
Black
1%
13%
White
81%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
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 Tokeneke Elementary School's ranking?
Tokeneke Elementary School is ranked #7 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Tokeneke Elementary School often compared to?
Tokeneke Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Royle Elementary School, Ox Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
87% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Tokeneke Elementary School?
437 students attend Tokeneke Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Tokeneke Elementary School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tokeneke Elementary School?
Tokeneke Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Tokeneke Elementary School offer ?
Tokeneke Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Tokeneke Elementary School part of?
Tokeneke Elementary School is part of Darien School District.
School Reviews
5 6/16/2008
A wonderful school, marvellous memories of teachers, all staff, buildings, meals, playgrounds. I attended from 1966 to 1972: Mr. Ralph Perschino was principal; Mr. Lyons vice principal. My name: Claire O'Meara
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