Serving 784 students in grades 3-5, Cider Mill School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (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 27% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 784 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cider Mill School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Cider Mill School's student population of 784 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 61 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
784 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
61 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cider Mill School ranks within the top 20% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cider Mill School is 0.45, 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
#166 out of 940 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
8%
29%
Black
1%
13%
White
73%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
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 Cider Mill School's ranking?
Cider Mill School is ranked #166 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Cider Mill School often compared to?
Cider Mill Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Miller-driscoll School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Cider Mill School?
784 students attend Cider Mill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Cider Mill School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cider Mill School?
Cider Mill School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cider Mill School offer ?
Cider Mill School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Cider Mill School part of?
Cider Mill School is part of Wilton School District.
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