Serving 399 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, West Hill 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 85-89% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (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 63% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 399 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 63%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-34%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Hill School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
West Hill School's student population of 399 students has declined by 47% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 28% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
399 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Hill 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 West Hill School is 0.63, 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
#42 out of 942 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)30-34%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
48%
5%
Hispanic
7%
30%
Black
3%
12%
White
37%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
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 West Hill School's ranking?
West Hill School is ranked #42 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are West Hill School often compared to?
West Hill Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Myrtle H. Stevens School, Academy Of Aerospace And Engineering Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend West Hill School?
399 students attend West Hill School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of West Hill School students are Asian, 37% of students are White, 7% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Hill School?
West Hill School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Hill School offer ?
West Hill School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Hill School part of?
West Hill School is part of Rocky Hill School District.
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