Serving 451 students in grades Kindergarten-5, King's Highway Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 86% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 83% (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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 451 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 86% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 83% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
King's Highway 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
King's Highway Elementary School's student population of 451 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
451 students
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
Colors
Blue and Gold
Last Day of School
Thu. Jun 18, 2026
School Rankings
King's Highway Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of King's Highway 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
#18 out of 939 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
86%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
83%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
11%
32%
Black
3%
12%
White
72%
46%
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is King's Highway Elementary School's ranking?
King's Highway Elementary School is ranked #18 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are King's Highway Elementary School often compared to?
King's Highway Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Green's Farms School, Long Lots School, Coleytown Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
86% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 83% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend King's Highway Elementary School?
451 students attend King's Highway Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of King's Highway Elementary School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of King's Highway Elementary School?
King's Highway Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does King's Highway Elementary School offer ?
King's Highway Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is King's Highway Elementary School part of?
King's Highway Elementary School is part of Westport School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Last Day of School for Students (Early Release)
June 18, 2026 (Thursday)
Last Day of School for Students (Early Release)
June 18, 2026 (Thursday)
First Day of School
August 25, 2026 (Tuesday)
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