Serving 367 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wolcott School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (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 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 367 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wolcott School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Science Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
Wolcott School's student population of 367 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
367 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wolcott School ranks within the top 30% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wolcott 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
#263 out of 939 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
13%
5%
Hispanic
23%
31%
Black
9%
12%
White
46%
47%
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wolcott School's ranking?
Wolcott School is ranked #263 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Wolcott School often compared to?
Wolcott Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bugbee School, Duffy School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% 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 Wolcott School?
367 students attend Wolcott School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Wolcott School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 13% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 8% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wolcott School?
Wolcott School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wolcott School offer ?
Wolcott School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wolcott School part of?
Wolcott School is part of West Hartford School District.
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