Serving 461 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Coleytown Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 83% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 461 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Coleytown Elementary School serves the northern portion of Westport, CT, covering an area of approximately 4.5 square miles. Most students live within a 5-10 minute drive, with the average distance to the edge of the attendance zone being about 1.3 miles and the furthest point reaching 1.8 miles from the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Coleytown 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
Coleytown Elementary School's student population of 461 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
461 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Year Founded
1960
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Coleytown Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Coleytown Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#19 out of 939 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
8%
32%
Black
2%
12%
White
76%
46%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.6%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Coleytown Elementary School's ranking?
Coleytown Elementary School is ranked #19 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Coleytown Elementary School often compared to?
Coleytown Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Green's Farms School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
83% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Coleytown Elementary School?
461 students attend Coleytown Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Coleytown Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Coleytown Elementary School?
Coleytown Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Coleytown Elementary School offer ?
Coleytown Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Coleytown Elementary School part of?
Coleytown Elementary School is part of Westport School District.
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