Newington School District
School District · Newington, Connecticut
Avg Rating
6.4
out of 10
Schools
7
4 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,794
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
Avg Rating
6.4
out of 10
Schools
7
4 elem, 2 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$24,794
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.5:1
How this district compares
Connecticut rank
#75 of 134
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+0.1
above Connecticut avg
Per-pupil spending
$24,794
$211 vs Connecticut median
District size
3,893 students
Larger than Connecticut median
About Newington School District
Newington School District is a Newington, Connecticut school district serving 7 schools. The district educates 3,893 students with a student-teacher ratio of 12.5:1. The district invests $24,794 per student annually.
With an average rating of 6.4/10, Newington School District demonstrates solid academic performance.
The highest-rated school in the district is Anna Reynolds School, which has a composite score of 7.4/10.
In standardized testing, Newington School District students show an average math proficiency of 48.2% and ELA proficiency of 55.8%.
The district includes 4 elementary schools , 2 middle schools , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Newington School District, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Newington School District with test data.
Schools in Newington School District
7 schools Elementary Schools 4
Middle Schools 2
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Connecticut
- City
- Newington
- Total Enrollment
- 3,893
- Teachers (FTE)
- 311
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.1%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Newington School District?
Newington School District has 7 schools in total — 4 elementary, 2 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Newington School District?
The average composite rating for Newington School District is 6.4/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Newington School District?
Newington School District spends $24,794 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Newington School District?
The average student-teacher ratio in Newington School District is 12.5:1.
What is the top-rated school in Newington School District?
Anna Reynolds School is the highest-rated school in Newington School District with a composite score of 7.4/10.
What are the test scores in Newington School District?
Across schools in Newington School District with test data, the average math proficiency is 48.2% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 55.8%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Newington School District compare to other districts in Connecticut?
Newington School District has an average school rating of 6.4/10 across 7 schools. Families can compare this to other districts in Connecticut by visiting individual district pages. Factors like school size, available programs, and community demographics also play a role in choosing the right fit.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools?
MySchoolScout ratings are based on a comprehensive methodology that weighs Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 6.4/10
- Math Proficiency
- 48.2%
- ELA Proficiency
- 55.8%
Resources
How We Rate Schools
Every school receives a composite score from 1 to 10 based on four pillars: Academic Performance (50%), Student Growth (20%), Equity (15%), and Learning Environment (15%). Scores are built from publicly available data including standardized test results, enrollment figures, and school climate indicators.
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Compare Newington School District with neighboring districts in the state.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Connecticut Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.
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