Serving 468 students in grades Kindergarten-4, East Farms School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75-79% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (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 54% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 468 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
East Farms School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
School Overview
East Farms School's student population of 468 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
East Farms School ranks within the top 10% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of East Farms School is 0.68, which is more 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
#90 out of 942 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
31%
5%
Hispanic
11%
30%
Black
5%
12%
White
46%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
10%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is East Farms School's ranking?
East Farms School is ranked #90 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are East Farms School often compared to?
East Farms Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Noah Wallace School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75-79% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend East Farms School?
468 students attend East Farms School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of East Farms School students are White, 31% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of East Farms School?
East Farms School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does East Farms School offer ?
East Farms School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is East Farms School part of?
East Farms School is part of Farmington School District.
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