Serving 236 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Tariffville 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 60-64% (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 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 41% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 236 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 41%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Tariffville School serves the northeast part of Tariffville, CT, covering an area of approximately 5.9 square miles. Families within this attendance zone can typically expect a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge being about 4.6 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Tariffville School's student population of 236 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
236 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tariffville 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 Tariffville School is 0.60, 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
#225 out of 939 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
17%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
14%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
59%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)11%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
28%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Maroon and Gold
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tariffville School's ranking?
Tariffville School is ranked #225 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Tariffville School often compared to?
Tariffville Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like South Windsor High School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% 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 Tariffville School?
236 students attend Tariffville School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
59% of Tariffville School students are White, 17% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tariffville School?
Tariffville School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Tariffville School offer ?
Tariffville School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tariffville School part of?
Tariffville School is part of Simsbury School District.
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