Duffy School

95 Westminster St.
West Hartford, CT 06107
(School attendance zone shown in map)
9/
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Top 20%
Serving 504 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Duffy 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 67% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 68% (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 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 504 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Top 20% in CT
  • : 67% (Top 20%)
  • : 68% (Top 30%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Duffy School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:

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Attribute

School Overview

Duffy School's student population of 504 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
504 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
As Duffy citizens we show respect, demonstrate compassion, and take responsibility for our learning and our actions.

School Rankings

Duffy 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 Duffy 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.
This School
State Level (CT)
#187 out of 939 schools
(Top 20%)
67%
41%
68%
50%
55-59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
9%
31%
Black
3%
12%
White
75%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.42
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025

Frequently Asked Questions

What is Duffy School's ranking?
Duffy School is ranked #187 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Duffy School often compared to?
Duffy Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bugbee School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
67% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 68% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Duffy School?
504 students attend Duffy School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Duffy School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Duffy School?
Duffy School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Duffy School offer ?
Duffy School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Duffy School part of?
Duffy School is part of West Hartford School District.

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Quick Facts (2025-26)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 504 students
  • Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 25%
  • : Top 20%
  • : 67% (Top 20%)
  • : 68% (Top 30%)
  • : 55-59% (Top 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education

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