Serving 297 students in grades 1-6, Turkey Hill School ranks in the top 20% 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 74% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (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 24% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 297 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Attendance Zone: Turkey Hill School serves the west part of Orange, CT, covering an area of approximately 5.3 square miles. Families within this zone typically have a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 2.4 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Turkey Hill 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
Turkey Hill School's student population of 297 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
297 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1964
School Rankings
Turkey Hill School ranks within the top 20% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Turkey Hill School is 0.41, 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
#107 out of 939 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
11%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
8%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2011–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
76%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 12-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)5.1%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 17-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Turkey Hill School's ranking?
Turkey Hill School is ranked #107 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Turkey Hill School often compared to?
Turkey Hill Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Peck Place School, Race Brook School, Long Meadow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Turkey Hill School?
297 students attend Turkey Hill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Turkey Hill School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Turkey Hill School?
Turkey Hill School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Turkey Hill School offer ?
Turkey Hill School offers enrollment in grades 1-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Turkey Hill School part of?
Turkey Hill School is part of Orange School District.
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