Darcey School serves 159 students in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten.
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
- Enrollment: 159 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Darcey School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
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Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Darcey School's student population of 159 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 12 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
159 students
Total Classroom Teachers
12 teachers
Colors
Navy Blue and Gold
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Darcey School is 0.53, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
11%
5%
Hispanic
10%
32%
Black
4%
12%
White
67%
46%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
38%
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
How many students attend Darcey School?
159 students attend Darcey School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Darcey School students are White, 11% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Darcey School?
Darcey School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Darcey School offer ?
Darcey School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-Kindergarten (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Darcey School part of?
Darcey School is part of Cheshire School District.
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