Serving 382 students in grades Prekindergarten-2, Hill And Plain 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 approximately equal to the Connecticut state average of 56%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Math Proficiency: 45-49%
- Reading Proficiency: 55-59%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Hill And Plain School's student population of 382 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
382 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Hill And Plain School is 0.58, 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.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)45-49%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(14-15)55-59%
56%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
33%
31%
Black
1%
12%
White
56%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
30%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Hill And Plain School often compared to?
Hill And Plain Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like The Burnham 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 56% CT state average).
How many students attend Hill And Plain School?
382 students attend Hill And Plain School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Hill And Plain School students are White, 33% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Hill And Plain School?
Hill And Plain School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Hill And Plain School offer ?
Hill And Plain School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Hill And Plain School part of?
Hill And Plain School is part of New Milford School District.
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