Serving 289 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Hawley Elementary School ranks in the top 10% 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 80-84% (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 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 16% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Hawley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Hawley Elementary School's student population of 289 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
289 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Hawley Elementary School ranks within the top 10% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Hawley Elementary School is 0.28, 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
#82 out of 939 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
12%
31%
Black
1%
12%
White
84%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
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 Hawley Elementary School's ranking?
Hawley Elementary School is ranked #82 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Hawley Elementary School often compared to?
Hawley Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Head O'meadow Elementary School, Middle Gate Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% 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 Hawley Elementary School?
289 students attend Hawley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Hawley Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Hawley Elementary School?
Hawley Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hawley Elementary School offer ?
Hawley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Hawley Elementary School part of?
Hawley Elementary School is part of Newtown School District.
School Reviews
5 1/18/2013
I would first want to praise the teachers that did such a great job controlling these young children.One young teacher expanded what she did and how she handled her self under these extreme circumstances. This teacher is a hero and had me in tears.These teachers did a great job and I know why the kids love them,there great. I''m not a student just a person that wanted to give praise to the teachers and first responders
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