Serving 439 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tokeneke Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 82% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (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 and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 439 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Attendance Zone: Tokeneke Elementary School serves the southeast part of Darien, CT, covering an area of approximately 4.4 square miles. Families typically experience a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 2.8 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tokeneke 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
Tokeneke Elementary School's student population of 439 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
439 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tokeneke 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 Tokeneke 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
#22 out of 939 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
6%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2008–2025. Full 35-year historical data available below ↓
White
80%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
8%
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)5.2%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 32-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tokeneke Elementary School's ranking?
Tokeneke Elementary School is ranked #22 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Tokeneke Elementary School often compared to?
Tokeneke Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Royle Elementary School, Ox Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
82% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Tokeneke Elementary School?
439 students attend Tokeneke Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Tokeneke Elementary School students are White, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Tokeneke Elementary School?
Tokeneke Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Tokeneke Elementary School offer ?
Tokeneke Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tokeneke Elementary School part of?
Tokeneke Elementary School is part of Darien School District.
School Reviews
5 10/10/2025
A wonderful school, marvellous memories of teachers, all staff, buildings, meals, playgrounds. I attended from 1966 to 1972: Mr. Ralph Perschino was principal; Mr. Lyons vice principal. My name: Claire O'Meara
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