Regional School District 16
School District · Prospect, Connecticut
Avg Rating
7.9
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,117
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Avg Rating
7.9
out of 10
Schools
4
2 elem, 1 mid, 1 high
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,117
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.7:1
Evaluating Regional School District 16?
A district shares budget, policy, and attendance zones across its schools — use this page to judge Regional School District 16 as a whole, then compare how its individual schools differ.
Shortlist starter
Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Prospect Elementary School
Prospect · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Laurel Ledge School
Beacon Falls · Elementary. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
Long River Middle School
Prospect · Middle. Compare this profile against district averages, level fit, and attendance-zone reality below.
How this district compares
Connecticut rank
#32 of 134
districts by avg. composite
Vs. state average
+1.6
above Connecticut avg
Per-pupil spending
$23,117
$1,888 vs Connecticut median
District size
1,931 students
Typical than Connecticut median
The short answer
Regional School District 16 ranks #32 of 134 Connecticut districts by overall school rating. Regional School District 16's schools with real test data average 7.9/10 across 4 schools. Its top-rated schools are Prospect Elementary School (8.6/10), Laurel Ledge School (8.4/10), and Long River Middle School (7.8/10). Schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Top-Rated Schools in Regional School District 16
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite rating using only schools with real test data (4 of 4). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Prospect Elementary School | 8.6 / 10 |
| 2 | Laurel Ledge School | 8.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Long River Middle School | 7.8 / 10 |
| 4 | Woodland Regional High School | 6.9 / 10 |
See all 4 schools — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
About Regional School District 16
Regional School District 16 is a Prospect, Connecticut school district serving 4 schools. The district educates 1,931 students with a student-teacher ratio of 11.7:1. The district invests $23,117 per student annually.
With an average rating of 7.9/10, Regional School District 16 is among the strongest-performing districts in the state.
The highest-rated school in the district is Prospect Elementary School, which has a composite score of 8.6/10.
In standardized testing, Regional School District 16 students show an average math proficiency of 61.8% and ELA proficiency of 71.2%.
The district includes 2 elementary schools , 1 middle school , and 1 high school.
District Map
Schools in Regional School District 16, colored by MySchoolScout rank. Click a pin for details.
District Average Test Scores
Average proficiency across all schools in Regional School District 16 with test data.
Schools in Regional School District 16
4 schools Elementary Schools 2
Middle Schools 1
High Schools 1
District Details
- State
- Connecticut
- City
- Prospect
- Total Enrollment
- 1,931
- Teachers (FTE)
- 165
- Child Poverty Rate
- 0.0%
- Data Year
- 2023
Frequently Asked Questions
How many schools are in Regional School District 16?
Regional School District 16 has 4 schools in total — 2 elementary, 1 middle, and 1 high schools. You can explore each school's ratings and details on this page.
What is the average rating for Regional School District 16?
The average composite rating for Regional School District 16 is 7.9/10. This score is calculated from the individual ratings of all schools with academic data in the district.
What is the per-pupil spending in Regional School District 16?
Regional School District 16 spends $23,117 per student per year.
What is the student-teacher ratio in Regional School District 16?
The average student-teacher ratio in Regional School District 16 is 11.7:1.
What is the top-rated school in Regional School District 16?
Prospect Elementary School is the highest-rated school in Regional School District 16 with a composite score of 8.6/10.
What are the test scores in Regional School District 16?
Across schools in Regional School District 16 with test data, the average math proficiency is 61.8% and the average ELA (reading/writing) proficiency is 71.2%. These figures represent the percentage of students meeting or exceeding grade-level standards.
How does Regional School District 16 compare to other districts in Connecticut?
Regional School District 16 has an average school rating of 7.9/10 across 4 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 blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic performance, and learning environment — plus college readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context without being factored into the score. Learn more about our rating system on our methodology page.
District Averages
- Overall Rating
- 7.9/10
- Math Proficiency
- 61.8%
- ELA Proficiency
- 71.2%
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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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