Serving 294 students in grades Kindergarten-6, West Woods 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 50-54% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 65% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 294 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Woods School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
West Woods School's student population of 294 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
294 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Woods 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 West Woods School is 0.76, which is more 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
#402 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
14%
5%
Hispanic
19%
30%
Black
25%
12%
White
35%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
20%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Woods School's ranking?
West Woods School is ranked #402 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are West Woods School often compared to?
West Woods Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Spring Glen School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
50-54% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend West Woods School?
294 students attend West Woods School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
35% of West Woods School students are White, 25% of students are Black, 19% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Asian, and 7% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Woods School?
West Woods School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Woods School offer ?
West Woods School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Woods School part of?
West Woods School is part of Hamden School District.
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