Serving 320 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Alcott School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher 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 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 320 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Alcott School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Alcott School's student population of 320 students has grown by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
320 students
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Alcott 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 Alcott School is 0.46, 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
#209 out of 939 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
19%
32%
Black
5%
12%
White
71%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Alcott School's ranking?
Alcott School is ranked #209 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Alcott School?
320 students attend Alcott School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Alcott School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Alcott School?
Alcott School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Alcott School offer ?
Alcott School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Alcott School part of?
Alcott School is part of Wolcott School District.
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