Serving 407 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Holmes Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 86% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 81% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 21% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 407 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 21%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Holmes Elementary School serves the west part of Darien, CT, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Most families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of 5-10 minutes, with the furthest edge located about 1.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Holmes 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
Holmes Elementary School's student population of 407 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
407 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
Welcome to Holmes School!
School Rankings
Holmes Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Holmes Elementary School is 0.36, 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
#29 out of 939 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
10%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
5%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 28-year historical data available below ↓
White
79%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)1.2%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
38%
Showing 2006–2025. Full 29-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
Showing 2010–2024. Full 19-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Holmes Elementary School's ranking?
Holmes Elementary School is ranked #29 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Holmes Elementary School often compared to?
Holmes Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hindley Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 81% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Holmes Elementary School?
407 students attend Holmes Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
79% of Holmes Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Hispanic.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Holmes Elementary School?
Holmes Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Holmes Elementary School offer ?
Holmes Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Holmes Elementary School part of?
Holmes Elementary School is part of Darien School District.
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