Serving 318 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Wilcoxson 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 41% (which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (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 55% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 318 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wilcoxson School's student population of 318 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
318 students
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Year Founded
1905
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wilcoxson 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 Wilcoxson School is 0.68, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#546 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
29%
32%
Black
20%
12%
White
45%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)12.3%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wilcoxson School's ranking?
Wilcoxson School is ranked #546 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Wilcoxson School often compared to?
Wilcoxson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eli Whitney School, Second Hill Lane School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
41% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Wilcoxson School?
318 students attend Wilcoxson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Wilcoxson School students are White, 29% of students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wilcoxson School?
Wilcoxson School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wilcoxson School offer ?
Wilcoxson School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wilcoxson School part of?
Wilcoxson School is part of Stratford School District.
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