Serving 368 students in grades 3-5, Totoket Valley Elementary 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 63% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 18% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 368 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 18%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Attendance Zone: Totoket Valley Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire school district in Northford, CT, covering an area of approximately 26.7 square miles. Parents can expect a typical drive to the school of about 10-12 minutes, with the furthest edge of the zone located 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Totoket Valley Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Totoket Valley Elementary School's student population of 368 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
368 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Totoket Valley Elementary 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 Totoket Valley Elementary School is 0.32, 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
#209 out of 939 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
63%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
9%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 37-year historical data
Black
2%
12%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
82%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)4.6%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Totoket Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Totoket Valley Elementary School is ranked #209 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
63% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Totoket Valley Elementary School?
368 students attend Totoket Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
82% of Totoket Valley Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Totoket Valley Elementary School?
Totoket Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Totoket Valley Elementary School offer ?
Totoket Valley Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Totoket Valley Elementary School part of?
Totoket Valley Elementary School is part of North Branford School District.
School Calendar
View the Totoket Valley Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Early Dismissal- Thanksgiving Break
November 25, 2026 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break- School Closed
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Holiday Recess- School Closed
December 24, 2026 (Thursday)
Holiday Recess-School Closed
January 01, 2027 (Friday)
MLK Day-School Closed
January 18, 2027 (Monday)
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