Serving 377 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Barlow Mountain Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
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 Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 377 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Barlow Mountain Elementary School serves the northern part of Ridgefield, CT, covering an area of approximately 5.8 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Barlow Mountain Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Barlow Mountain Elementary School's student population of 377 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
377 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Go Get ‘Em, Bobcats!
School Rankings
Barlow Mountain Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Barlow Mountain Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#56 out of 939 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
10%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
White
73%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 22-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.8%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 18-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Barlow Mountain Elementary School's ranking?
Barlow Mountain Elementary School is ranked #56 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Barlow Mountain Elementary School often compared to?
Barlow Mountain Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Scotland Elementary School, Hurlbutt Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Barlow Mountain Elementary School?
377 students attend Barlow Mountain Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Barlow Mountain Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Barlow Mountain Elementary School?
Barlow Mountain Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Barlow Mountain Elementary School offer ?
Barlow Mountain Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Barlow Mountain Elementary School part of?
Barlow Mountain 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 15, 2027 (Tuesday)
First Day for K–Grade 9 Students
August 31, 2027 (Tuesday)
Tentative Last Day of School
June 14, 2028 (Wednesday)
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