Serving 471 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Redding 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 471 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Redding Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Redding Elementary School's student population of 471 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
471 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Redding 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 Redding Elementary School is 0.34, 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
#62 out of 939 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
13%
32%
Black
1%
12%
White
80%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.8%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Redding Elementary School's ranking?
Redding Elementary School is ranked #62 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Redding Elementary School?
471 students attend Redding Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Redding Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Redding Elementary School?
Redding Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Redding Elementary School offer ?
Redding Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Redding Elementary School part of?
Redding Elementary School is part of Redding School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Tentative Last Day, Early Dismissal
June 14, 2027 (Monday)
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