Serving 357 students in grades Kindergarten-4, West District 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 75-79% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (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 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: West District School serves the west part of Unionville, CT, covering an area of approximately 3.5 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school. The average distance from the school to the edge of the attendance zone is about 1.2 miles, extending up to 1.6 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West District School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
West District School's student population of 357 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
357 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
West District 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 West District School is 0.62, 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
#135 out of 939 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
22%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
10%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 32-year historical data
Black
4%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
57%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 13-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.1%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West District School's ranking?
West District School is ranked #135 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are West District School often compared to?
West District Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Union School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend West District School?
357 students attend West District School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of West District School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West District School?
West District School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does West District School offer ?
West District School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West District School part of?
West District School is part of Farmington School District.
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