Serving 946 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, New Fairfield Elementary 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 71% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 25% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 946 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Meeting House Hill School's attendance zone covers the entire New Fairfield district, encompassing approximately 25.2 square miles. Families within the zone can typically drive to the school in 5 to 10 minutes, with an average distance of 3.1 miles to the zone's edge and a maximum distance of 5.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
New Fairfield Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
New Fairfield Elementary School's student population of 946 students has grown by 101% over five school years.
The teacher population of 78 teachers has grown by 81% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
946 students
Total Classroom Teachers
78 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
Academic, Social and Personal Excellence
School Rankings
New Fairfield Elementary 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 New Fairfield Elementary School is 0.41, 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
#207 out of 939 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
17%
32%
Black
2%
12%
White
75%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.8%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is New Fairfield Elementary School's ranking?
New Fairfield Elementary School is ranked #207 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
71% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend New Fairfield Elementary School?
946 students attend New Fairfield Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of New Fairfield Elementary School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of New Fairfield Elementary School?
New Fairfield Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does New Fairfield Elementary School offer ?
New Fairfield Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is New Fairfield Elementary School part of?
New Fairfield Elementary School is part of New Fairfield School District.
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