Serving 481 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, West School ranks in the top 1% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 90-94% (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 17% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 481 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 17%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 1% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 90-94% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West 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 School's student population of 481 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has grown by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
481 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
West School ranks within the top 1% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of West School is 0.31, 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
#2 out of 939 schools
(Top 1%)
(Top 1%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
90-94%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
5%
32%
Black
1%
12%
White
83%
46%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
38%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West School's ranking?
West School is ranked #2 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 1% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are West School often compared to?
West Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like East School, South School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 90-94% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend West School?
481 students attend West School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
83% of West School students are White, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of West School?
West School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does West School offer ?
West School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is West School part of?
West School is part of New Canaan School District.
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