Serving 162 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Washington Primary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 1%, and reading proficiency is top 1%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is ≥90% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-89% (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 19% 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-5
- Enrollment: 162 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 19%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CT
- Math Proficiency: ≥90% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-89% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: ≥50% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Washington Primary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Community Size
School Overview
Washington Primary School's student population of 162 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 15 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
162 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
15 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Washington Primary School ranks within the top 5% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Washington Primary School is 0.32, 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
#13 out of 942 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥90%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-89%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
≥50%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
15%
30%
Black
1%
12%
White
81%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Washington Primary School's ranking?
Washington Primary School is ranked #13 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
≥90% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 80-89% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Washington Primary School?
162 students attend Washington Primary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
81% of Washington Primary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Washington Primary School?
Washington Primary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Washington Primary School offer ?
Washington Primary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Washington Primary School part of?
Washington Primary School is part of Regional School District 12.
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