Serving 591 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher than 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 28% 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: 591 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School's student population of 591 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 42 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
591 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
42 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School is 0.46, 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
#135 out of 942 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
14%
31%
Black
2%
12%
White
72%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
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 Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School's ranking?
Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School is ranked #135 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School often compared to?
Walter A. Derynoski Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Hazardville Memorial School, Urbin T. Kelley School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School?
591 students attend Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School students are White, 14% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School?
Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School offer ?
Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School part of?
Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School is part of Southington School District.
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