Serving 257 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Killingworth 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 80-89% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-79% (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 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Killingworth Elementary School serves the southern part of Killingworth, CT, covering an area of approximately 36.6 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive time of 10 to 12 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest distance from the school to the edge of the attendance area being around 6.3 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Killingworth Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Killingworth Elementary School's student population of 257 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
257 students
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Killingworth 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 Killingworth Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#71 out of 939 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
6%
32%
Black
n/a
12%
White
88%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)13.2%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
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 Killingworth Elementary School's ranking?
Killingworth Elementary School is ranked #71 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Killingworth Elementary School often compared to?
Killingworth Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Burr District Elementary School, Kathleen E. Goodwin School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 70-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Killingworth Elementary School?
257 students attend Killingworth Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Killingworth Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Killingworth Elementary School?
Killingworth Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Killingworth Elementary School offer ?
Killingworth Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Killingworth Elementary School part of?
Killingworth Elementary School is part of Regional School District 17.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day of School
August 27, 2026 (Thursday)
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