Serving 321 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 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 321 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- 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
School Overview
Washington School's student population of 321 students has declined by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
321 students
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Washington School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington School is 0.71, 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 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
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
7%
5%
Hispanic
46%
32%
Black
17%
12%
White
22%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.1%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
59%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington School's ranking?
Washington School is ranked #666 out of 939 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?
321 students attend Washington School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Washington School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 17% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 7% 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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