Serving 331 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Washington School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 30-34% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 30-34% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 331 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 30-34% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
School Overview
Washington School's student population of 331 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
331 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
Washington School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington School is 0.70, which is more 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
#666 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)30-34%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-34%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
45%
31%
Black
17%
12%
White
25%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
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 Washington School's ranking?
Washington School is ranked #666 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Washington School often compared to?
Washington Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Savin Rock Community School, Edith E. Mackrille School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
30-34% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 30-34% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Washington School?
331 students attend Washington School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Washington School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington School?
Washington School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Washington School offer ?
Washington School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Washington School part of?
Washington School is part of West Haven School District.
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