Serving 369 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Guilford Lakes 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 70-74% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 30% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 369 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 30%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Guilford Lakes School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Guilford Lakes School's student population of 369 students has grown by 26% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
369 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Guilford Lakes 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 Guilford Lakes School is 0.48, 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
#155 out of 939 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
15%
32%
Black
1%
12%
White
70%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)7.3%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
38%
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 Guilford Lakes School's ranking?
Guilford Lakes School is ranked #155 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Guilford Lakes School often compared to?
Guilford Lakes Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like A. W. Cox 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 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Guilford Lakes School?
369 students attend Guilford Lakes School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
70% of Guilford Lakes School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Guilford Lakes School?
Guilford Lakes School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Guilford Lakes School offer ?
Guilford Lakes School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Guilford Lakes School part of?
Guilford Lakes School is part of Guilford School District.
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