Serving 452 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Emma Hart Willard School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 45-49% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55-59% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 452 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Emma Hart Willard School's student population of 452 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
452 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Emma Hart Willard School ranks within the top 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emma Hart Willard School is 0.40, 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
#391 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
14%
31%
Black
3%
12%
White
76%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emma Hart Willard School's ranking?
Emma Hart Willard School is ranked #391 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Emma Hart Willard School often compared to?
Emma Hart Willard Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Mary E. Griswold School, Smith School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 55-59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Emma Hart Willard School?
452 students attend Emma Hart Willard School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Emma Hart Willard School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Emma Hart Willard School?
Emma Hart Willard School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Emma Hart Willard School offer ?
Emma Hart Willard School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Emma Hart Willard School part of?
Emma Hart Willard School is part of Berlin School District.
In what neighborhood is Emma Hart Willard School located?
Emma Hart Willard School is located in the Kensington neighborhood of Berlin, CT. There are 2 other public schools located in Kensington.
School Calendar
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Date
Tentative Last Day of School - 12:45 pm Early Dismissal
June 13, 2025 (Friday)
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