Serving 770 students in grades 3-5, Cider Mill 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 69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (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 25% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 770 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 25%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 71% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cider Mill 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
Cider Mill School's student population of 770 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 66 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
770 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
66 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Cider Mill School ranks within the top 20% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Cider Mill School is 0.42, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#127 out of 942 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
6%
30%
Black
1%
12%
White
75%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch (20-21)
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cider Mill School's ranking?
Cider Mill School is ranked #127 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Cider Mill School often compared to?
Cider Mill Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Miller-driscoll School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Cider Mill School?
770 students attend Cider Mill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Cider Mill School students are White, 12% of students are Asian, 6% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cider Mill School?
Cider Mill School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cider Mill School offer ?
Cider Mill School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Cider Mill School part of?
Cider Mill School is part of Wilton School District.
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