Serving 350 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Guilford Lakes School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 70-74% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65-69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 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 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 350 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Guilford Lakes School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Guilford Lakes School's student population of 350 students has grown by 12% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
350 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Guilford Lakes 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 Guilford Lakes School is 0.47, 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
#154 out of 942 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
14%
30%
Black
n/a
12%
White
71%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
7%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Guilford Lakes School's ranking?
Guilford Lakes School is ranked #154 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Guilford Lakes School often compared to?
Guilford Lakes Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like A. W. Cox School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
70-74% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 65-69% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Guilford Lakes School?
350 students attend Guilford Lakes School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Guilford Lakes School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Guilford Lakes School?
Guilford Lakes School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Guilford Lakes School offer ?
Guilford Lakes School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Guilford Lakes School part of?
Guilford Lakes School is part of Guilford School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
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