Serving 337 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 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 337 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 63% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- 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 337 students has declined by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
337 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
School Rankings
Totoket Valley Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Totoket Valley Elementary School is 0.30, 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
#238 out of 942 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)63%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
10%
31%
Black
2%
12%
White
83%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
21%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Totoket Valley Elementary School's ranking?
Totoket Valley Elementary School is ranked #238 out of 942 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?
337 students attend Totoket Valley Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of Totoket Valley Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Totoket Valley Elementary School?
Totoket Valley Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to 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
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Event
Date
Last Day-Students
June 09, 2026 (Tuesday)
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