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#111 of 990 schools in CT

Top 11% in state

Branchville Elementary School

Elementary School · Ridgefield School District

40 Florida Rd., Ridgefield, CT 06877

Enrollment

335

Student-Teacher

14.6:1

Score

8.7

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#111 of 990

In Ridgefield

#7 of 9

public schools

In district

#7 of 9

Ridgefield School District

Academic growth

9.4 / 10

Excellent

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Branchville Elementary School

8.7/10

Elementary School in Ridgefield · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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9.6/10

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8.2/10

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About Branchville Elementary School

Branchville Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ridgefield, CT, part of Ridgefield School District. Branchville Elementary School serves approximately 335 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 14.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Branchville Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10 and ranks #111 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Branchville Elementary School show 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.4 pts below district
  • This school 8.7 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.1
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.36 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.2Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency82% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency82% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency82% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)76% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+6.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile88th
Resources & Environment6.4Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio14.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,082

Branchville Elementary School — Students at Branchville Elementary School score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 76%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

4.8%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 84.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 87.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from CT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
98%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
98%
ELA
96%
2011
Math
99.5%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
96%
ELA
94%
2014
Math
69%
ELA
86%
2015
Math
71%
ELA
91%
2016
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2018
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2020*
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2021*
Math
82%
ELA
82%
2022
Math
82%
ELA
82%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 9.4/10.

How Branchville Elementary School Compares

See how Branchville Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.7/10
89th percentile in CT
Academic
9.2/10
Excellent
Growth
9.4/10
Excellent
Environment
6.4/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
5%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers

Location

40 Florida Rd., Ridgefield, CT 06877

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Branchville Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Farmingville Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Veterans Park Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Scotland Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 5.0 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Ridgefield, see our Ridgefield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Farmingville Elementary School Ridgefield 2.0 mi 9.6
East Ridge Middle School Ridgefield 2.4 mi 8.2
RIDGEFIELD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ridgefield 2.9 mi
Veterans Park Elementary School Ridgefield 2.8 mi 9.3
John Read Middle School Redding 3.3 mi 8.5
Wilton High School Wilton 4.1 mi 8.5
ST MARY SCHOOL Ridgefield 3.2 mi 6.4
Cider Mill School Wilton 4.6 mi 8.2
Middlebrook School Wilton 4.7 mi 8.9
Redding Elementary School Redding 4.1 mi 9.1
MEADOW POND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Katonah 4.6 mi 8.5
Scotland Elementary School Ridgefield 5.0 mi 9.3
OUR LADY OF FATIMA CATHOLIC ACADEMY Wilton 5.8 mi 6.2
Weston Middle School Weston 5.2 mi 8.3
Barlow Mountain Elementary School Ridgefield 5.1 mi 9.0
Weston High School Weston 5.4 mi 9.0
Weston Intermediate School Weston 5.6 mi 8.8
Hurlbutt Elementary School Weston 5.7 mi 7.9
ST LUKES SCHOOL New Canaan 6.0 mi 5.6
Miller-Driscoll School Wilton 6.6 mi 7.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06877 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$168,991

Median Home Value

$799,400

Median Rent

$1,918/mo

Population

25,029

College Educated

71.9%

Homeownership

84.3%

Avg Commute

35.8 min

Poverty Rate

3.1%

Median Age

45.6

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Branchville Elementary School

What grades does Branchville Elementary School serve?

Branchville Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Branchville Elementary School?

Branchville Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 335 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Branchville Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Branchville Elementary School is 14.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Branchville Elementary School rank in CT?

Branchville Elementary School ranks #111 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Branchville Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Branchville Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.7 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Branchville Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Branchville Elementary School has 85% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Branchville Elementary School a charter school?

No, Branchville Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Branchville Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Branchville Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Branchville Elementary School?

4.8% of students at Branchville Elementary School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
35 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
335
Student-Teacher Ratio
14.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
4.8%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Connecticut Planning Region 9

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