Serving 327 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Head O'meadow Elementary School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 327 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 16%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Head O'meadow Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Head O'meadow Elementary School's student population of 327 students has grown by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has grown by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
327 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Year Founded
2013
School Calendar
School Rankings
Head O'meadow 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 Head O'meadow 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
#62 out of 939 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
12%
32%
Black
3%
12%
White
84%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
8%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Head O'meadow Elementary School's ranking?
Head O'meadow Elementary School is ranked #62 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Head O'meadow Elementary School often compared to?
Head O'meadow Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Middle Gate Elementary School, Hawley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Head O'meadow Elementary School?
327 students attend Head O'meadow Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
84% of Head O'meadow Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Head O'meadow Elementary School?
Head O'meadow Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Head O'meadow Elementary School offer ?
Head O'meadow Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Head O'meadow Elementary School part of?
Head O'meadow Elementary School is part of Newtown School District.
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