Serving 318 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Scotland Elementary School ranks in the top 5% 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 85-89% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 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 (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Scotland Elementary School serves the southwest part of Ridgefield, CT, covering an area of approximately 5.7 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 2.4 miles to the nearest edge of the attendance area, which extends up to 3.9 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Scotland 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
Scotland Elementary School's student population of 318 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
318 students
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
School Rankings
Scotland Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Scotland Elementary School is 0.35, 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
#27 out of 939 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
8%
32%
Black
1%
12%
White
80%
46%
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11.3%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Scotland Elementary School's ranking?
Scotland Elementary School is ranked #27 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Scotland Elementary School often compared to?
Scotland Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barlow Mountain Elementary School by visitors of our site.
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 85-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Scotland Elementary School?
318 students attend Scotland Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Scotland Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Scotland Elementary School?
Scotland Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Scotland Elementary School offer ?
Scotland Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Scotland Elementary School part of?
Scotland Elementary School is part of Ridgefield School District.
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