Serving 365 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Wakelee School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 55-59% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 365 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wakelee School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Wakelee School's student population of 365 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 32% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
365 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Wakelee 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 Wakelee School is 0.40, 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
#299 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
14%
30%
Black
3%
12%
White
76%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wakelee School's ranking?
Wakelee School is ranked #299 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Wakelee School?
365 students attend Wakelee School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of Wakelee School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Black, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wakelee School?
Wakelee School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wakelee School offer ?
Wakelee School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Wakelee School part of?
Wakelee School is part of Wolcott School District.
School Calendar
View the Wakelee School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Last day to order from PTO's Roger's Orchards Pie Fundraiser (Alcott Elementary School Events)
November 15, 2024 (Friday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School (Upcoming Events)
November 29, 2024 (Friday)
Last Day for the Collection of Toys for Tots and Teens (Alcott Elementary School Events)
December 13, 2024 (Friday)
AES - Last day for Holy Pierogies to be ordered by PTO (Alcott Elementary School Events)
January 17, 2025 (Friday)
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