Serving 245 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, North Canaan Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 8:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 245 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 8:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Canaan Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
North Canaan Elementary School's student population of 245 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
245 students
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Canaan 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 North Canaan Elementary School is 0.39, 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
#263 out of 939 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
8:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
19%
32%
Black
4%
12%
White
76%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)19.6%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Canaan Elementary School's ranking?
North Canaan Elementary School is ranked #263 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are North Canaan Elementary School often compared to?
North Canaan Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lee H. Kellogg School, Sharon Center School, Salisbury Central School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend North Canaan Elementary School?
245 students attend North Canaan Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of North Canaan Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Canaan Elementary School?
North Canaan Elementary School has a student ration of 8:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does North Canaan Elementary School offer ?
North Canaan Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Canaan Elementary School part of?
North Canaan Elementary School is part of North Canaan School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
You should choose this school! It rocks and i love it here! We learn SSSSSSSSSSSSOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOOO MUCH. We come home evryday and tell our parents EVERYTHING we learned!!!! Art, music, gym, library, and computer are all reminders that we LOVE this school, the teachers can be stricted but that just means that we have to work harder because unlike most of the schools we WORK. What also makes this school loving and great is the WONDERFUL principle(Rosemary Keilty)!! I know that I am just a student in the 7th grade but I have been going to this school my WHOLE life and this school ROCKS!!!!!!
2 10/10/2025
The school is hit or miss when it comes to teachers and education. The lower grades seem to have some great staff. The upper grades can be a complete mess. It was painful listening online to the disrespect the students had for the teacher even when they were in class. They could use some education and restructuring themselves.
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