Serving 549 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School ranks in the top 20% 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% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (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 27% 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: 549 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 27%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 70% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School's student population of 549 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 46 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
549 students
Total Classroom Teachers
46 teachers
School Rankings
Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School is 0.44, 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
#138 out of 939 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
15%
32%
Black
2%
12%
White
73%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
27%
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
What is Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School's ranking?
Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School is ranked #138 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School often compared to?
Walter A. Derynoski Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hazardville Memorial School, Urbin T. Kelley School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School?
549 students attend Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
73% of Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 4% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School?
Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School offer ?
Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School part of?
Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School is part of Southington School District.
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