Serving 630 students in grades 4-6, West Woods Upper 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 65% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 49% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 4-6
- Enrollment: 630 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 49%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 77% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 81% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
West Woods Upper Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
West Woods Upper Elementary School's student population of 630 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
630 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
West Woods Upper 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 West Woods Upper Elementary School is 0.65, 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
#129 out of 942 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
77%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
81%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
27%
5%
Hispanic
12%
31%
Black
5%
12%
White
51%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is West Woods Upper Elementary School's ranking?
West Woods Upper Elementary School is ranked #129 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend West Woods Upper Elementary School?
630 students attend West Woods Upper Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
51% of West Woods Upper Elementary School students are White, 27% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of West Woods Upper Elementary School?
West Woods Upper Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does West Woods Upper Elementary School offer ?
West Woods Upper Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 4-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is West Woods Upper Elementary School part of?
West Woods Upper Elementary School is part of Farmington School District.
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