Serving 317 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 73% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). 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 12:1 is equal to 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 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 1-6
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- 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 317 students has grown by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 27 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 1-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
317 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
27 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Turkey Hill School ranks within the top 20% of all 942 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 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#103 out of 942 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
6%
29%
Black
1%
13%
White
76%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
9%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
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 #103 out of 942 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 Race Brook School, Peck Place School, Long Meadow Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% 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?
317 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, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% 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 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Turkey Hill School offer ?
Turkey Hill School offers enrollment in grades 1-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Turkey Hill School part of?
Turkey Hill School is part of Orange School District.
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