Serving 86 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Cornwall Consolidated School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-59% (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 6:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 11% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 86 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 6:1
- Minority Enrollment: 11%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Cornwall Consolidated School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in West Cornwall, CT, covering approximately 46.3 square miles. The typical drive to the school takes about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 7.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cornwall Consolidated School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Cornwall Consolidated School's student population of 86 students has declined by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
86 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Year Founded
1940
School Calendar
School Rankings
Cornwall Consolidated School ranks within the top 30% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cornwall Consolidated School is 0.20, 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
#243 out of 939 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
6:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Hispanic
7%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
2%
12%
Showing 2009–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
89%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
2%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.3%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cornwall Consolidated School's ranking?
Cornwall Consolidated School is ranked #243 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Cornwall Consolidated School often compared to?
Cornwall Consolidated Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Sharon Center School, Salisbury Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-59% 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 Cornwall Consolidated School?
86 students attend Cornwall Consolidated School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
89% of Cornwall Consolidated School students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Cornwall Consolidated School?
Cornwall Consolidated School has a student ration of 6:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cornwall Consolidated School offer ?
Cornwall Consolidated School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cornwall Consolidated School part of?
Cornwall Consolidated School is part of Cornwall School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
We chose this school when we moved to the area from NYC and our children attended from K-8th grade. They had a marvelous experience! This school is like a private school, but free!!
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