Serving 379 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Whiting Lane 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 65-69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70-74% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Whiting Lane 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
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Whiting Lane School's student population of 379 students has grown by 15% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has grown by 12% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
379 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
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School Rankings
Whiting Lane School ranks within the top 20% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Whiting Lane School is 0.69, which is more 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
#144 out of 939 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
23%
32%
Black
11%
12%
White
48%
46%
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)9.2%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
38%
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 Whiting Lane School's ranking?
Whiting Lane School is ranked #144 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Whiting Lane School often compared to?
Whiting Lane Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Morley School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 70-74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Whiting Lane School?
379 students attend Whiting Lane School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Whiting Lane School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Whiting Lane School?
Whiting Lane School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Whiting Lane School offer ?
Whiting Lane School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Whiting Lane School part of?
Whiting Lane School is part of West Hartford School District.
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