Serving 352 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Wilcoxson School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 45% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 54% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 352 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 54%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 45% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Wilcoxson School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Wilcoxson School's student population of 352 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has declined by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
352 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Wilcoxson School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Wilcoxson School is 0.67, 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
#545 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
45%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
28%
31%
Black
21%
12%
White
46%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
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 Wilcoxson School's ranking?
Wilcoxson School is ranked #545 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Wilcoxson School often compared to?
Wilcoxson Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eli Whitney School, Second Hill Lane School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 45% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Wilcoxson School?
352 students attend Wilcoxson School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Wilcoxson School students are White, 28% of students are Hispanic, 21% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Wilcoxson School?
Wilcoxson School has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wilcoxson School offer ?
Wilcoxson School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wilcoxson School part of?
Wilcoxson School is part of Stratford School District.
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