Serving 392 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, West Hill School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 65% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 392 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34%
- Attendance Zone: West Hill School serves the west part of Rocky Hill, CT, with an attendance zone covering approximately 5.5 square miles. Most students live within a 1.7-mile average distance from the school, and the furthest edge of the zone is about 2.8 miles away, typically allowing for a 5-10 minute drive to the school.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Hill School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
West Hill School's student population of 392 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
392 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Hill School ranks within the top 5% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West Hill School is 0.65, 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
#45 out of 939 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
41%
Showing 2013–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Showing 2012–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
49%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
47%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
9%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
6%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)6.9%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-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 West Hill School's ranking?
West Hill School is ranked #45 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are West Hill School often compared to?
West Hill Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Myrtle H. Stevens School, Academy Of Aerospace And Engineering Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend West Hill School?
392 students attend West Hill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
47% of West Hill School students are Asian, 35% of students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West Hill School?
West Hill School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Hill School offer ?
West Hill School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West Hill School part of?
West Hill School is part of Rocky Hill School District.
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