Serving 533 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Nayaug 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 78% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 76% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 31% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 533 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 31%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 76% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Attendance Zone: Nayaug Elementary School serves the southwest area of South Glastonbury, CT, covering approximately 12.3 square miles. Families within this zone can expect a typical drive to the school of 5 to 10 minutes, with the furthest edge being about 4.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Nayaug 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
Nayaug Elementary School's student population of 533 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
533 students
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Nayaug 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 Nayaug Elementary School is 0.50, 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
#80 out of 939 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
8%
5%
Hispanic
12%
32%
Black
4%
12%
White
69%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.4%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
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 Nayaug Elementary School's ranking?
Nayaug Elementary School is ranked #80 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Nayaug Elementary School often compared to?
Nayaug Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Buttonball Lane School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 76% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Nayaug Elementary School?
533 students attend Nayaug Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
69% of Nayaug Elementary School students are White, 12% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Nayaug Elementary School?
Nayaug Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Nayaug Elementary School offer ?
Nayaug Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Nayaug Elementary School part of?
Nayaug Elementary School is part of Glastonbury School District.
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