Serving 245 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Pumpkin Delight 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to 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 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 36% 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: 245 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 36%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-79% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Pumpkin Delight School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Pumpkin Delight School's student population of 245 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
245 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Pumpkin Delight 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 Pumpkin Delight School is 0.55, 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
#348 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-79%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
18%
31%
Black
3%
12%
White
64%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Pumpkin Delight School's ranking?
Pumpkin Delight School is ranked #348 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Pumpkin Delight School often compared to?
Pumpkin Delight Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Meadowside School, J. F. Kennedy School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% 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 Pumpkin Delight School?
245 students attend Pumpkin Delight School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
64% of Pumpkin Delight School students are White, 18% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Pumpkin Delight School?
Pumpkin Delight School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Pumpkin Delight School offer ?
Pumpkin Delight School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Pumpkin Delight School part of?
Pumpkin Delight School is part of Milford School District.
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