Serving 255 students in grades Kindergarten-4, A. W. Cox 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 255 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
A. W. Cox School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
A. W. Cox School's student population of 255 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
255 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Motto
excellence - challenge - passion - potential - success
School Rankings
A. W. Cox School ranks within the top 20% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of A. W. Cox School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#144 out of 939 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
13%
32%
Black
1%
12%
White
75%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.2%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Eagle
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is A. W. Cox School's ranking?
A. W. Cox School is ranked #144 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are A. W. Cox School often compared to?
A. W. Cox Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Calvin Leete School, Guilford Lakes School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend A. W. Cox School?
255 students attend A. W. Cox School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of A. W. Cox School students are White, 13% 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 A. W. Cox School?
A. W. Cox School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does A. W. Cox School offer ?
A. W. Cox School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is A. W. Cox School part of?
A. W. Cox School is part of Guilford School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Spring Break (No School)
April 12, 2027 (Monday)
Last Day of School (Subject to Change due to Make-Up Days)
June 16, 2027 (Wednesday)
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