Serving 242 students in grades Kindergarten-4, Western School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 62% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 242 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 62%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Western School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Western School's student population of 242 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
Total Students
242 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
Average Class Size
20 students
School Rankings
Western 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 Western 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
#536 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
35%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
16%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
38%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)24.8%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
School Mascot
Wildcat
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- Western Elementary School is a close-knit community where students and families are supported. Our staff works hard to meet the needs of each and every child in the hopes that they will succeed. We look towards our families for their support and guidance in meeting these needs as we partner together to make sure each child grows. We encourage parents to contact us with any questions or concerns. Our view is that problems are meant to be solved and we look forward to working with our families on behalf of their child.We welcome your interest and involvement and urge you to contact your child's teacher if you have any questions about the educational program or your children's progress.
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western School's ranking?
Western School is ranked #536 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Western School?
242 students attend Western School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Western School students are White, 35% of students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, 3% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Western School?
Western School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Western School offer ?
Western School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4
What school district is Western School part of?
Western School is part of Naugatuck School District.
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