Serving 311 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Farmingville Elementary School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 85-89% (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 19% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 311 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Farmingville Elementary School serves the eastern part of Ridgefield, CT, covering an area of approximately 4.8 square miles. Most families live within a 5-10 minute drive, with an average distance of 1.2 miles to the school's boundaries and the furthest point located 2.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Farmingville 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
Farmingville Elementary School's student population of 311 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
311 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Motto
Farmingville, where good things grow.
School Rankings
Farmingville Elementary School ranks within the top 1% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Farmingville Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#5 out of 939 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
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 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
White
81%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)3.9%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
38%
Showing 2012–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Dark Green & White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Farmingville Elementary School's ranking?
Farmingville Elementary School is ranked #5 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Farmingville Elementary School often compared to?
Farmingville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barlow Mountain Elementary School, Veterans Park Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Farmingville Elementary School?
311 students attend Farmingville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Farmingville Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Farmingville Elementary School?
Farmingville Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Farmingville Elementary School offer ?
Farmingville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Farmingville Elementary School part of?
Farmingville 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)
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