Serving 271 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pumpkin Delight School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 50-54% (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 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 35% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 271 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 35%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Pumpkin Delight School serves the southwest part of Milford, CT, encompassing an area of approximately 2.6 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pumpkin Delight School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Pumpkin Delight School's student population of 271 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
271 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pumpkin Delight School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Pumpkin Delight School is 0.54, 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
#289 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
17%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
5%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
65%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.1%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pumpkin Delight School's ranking?
Pumpkin Delight School is ranked #289 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Pumpkin Delight School often compared to?
Pumpkin Delight Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meadowside School, J. F. Kennedy School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% 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 Pumpkin Delight School?
271 students attend Pumpkin Delight School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Pumpkin Delight School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Pumpkin Delight School?
Pumpkin Delight School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pumpkin Delight School offer ?
Pumpkin Delight School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Pumpkin Delight School part of?
Pumpkin Delight School is part of Milford School District.
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