Serving 365 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Lillie B. Haynes School ranks in the top 30% 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 60-64% (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 38% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Lillie B. Haynes School serves the southern part of Niantic, CT, covering an area of approximately 10.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a short drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 5.2 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Lillie B. Haynes School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Lillie B. Haynes School's student population of 365 students has grown by 28% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
365 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
We Teach, We Model: Kindness, Respect, Responsibility and Be Ready
School Rankings
Lillie B. Haynes School ranks within the top 30% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Lillie B. Haynes School is 0.58, 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
#209 out of 939 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
15%
5%
Hispanic
13%
32%
Black
2%
12%
White
62%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14.5%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Bee
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Lillie B. Haynes School's ranking?
Lillie B. Haynes School is ranked #209 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Lillie B. Haynes School often compared to?
Lillie B. Haynes Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jack Jackter Intermediate School, Great Neck Elementary 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 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Lillie B. Haynes School?
365 students attend Lillie B. Haynes School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Lillie B. Haynes School students are White, 15% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Lillie B. Haynes School?
Lillie B. Haynes School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Lillie B. Haynes School offer ?
Lillie B. Haynes School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Lillie B. Haynes School part of?
Lillie B. Haynes School is part of East Lyme School District.
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