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#202 of 990 schools in CT

Top 20% in state

Cider Mill School

Elementary School · Wilton School District

240 School Rd., Wilton, CT 06897

Enrollment

822

Student-Teacher

12.6:1

Score

8.2

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#202 of 990

In Wilton

#3 of 4

public schools

In district

#3 of 4

Wilton School District

School environment

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Cider Mill School

8.2/10

Elementary School in Wilton · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.9/10

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About Cider Mill School

Cider Mill School is a public elementary school in Wilton, CT, part of Wilton School District. Cider Mill School serves approximately 822 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 12.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Cider Mill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #202 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Cider Mill School show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.9
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.22 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.2Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency69% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency74% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)80% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-8.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile59th
Resources & Environment9.5Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,214
Chronic Absenteeism4.4%

Cider Mill School — Students at Cider Mill School score 72% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 80%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 76.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 82.2% (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
97%
ELA
95%
2010
Math
97%
ELA
95%
2011
Math
96%
ELA
94%
2012
Math
97%
ELA
95%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
66%
ELA
79%
2016
Math
73%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
81%
2018
Math
73%
ELA
82%
2019
Math
73%
ELA
82%
2020*
Math
62%
ELA
71%
2021*
Math
62%
ELA
71%
2022
Math
69%
ELA
74%

* 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: 8.2/10.

How Cider Mill School Compares

See how Cider Mill School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
80th percentile in CT
Academic
7.2/10
Very Good
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
9.5/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
65 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
4.4%

Location

240 School Rd., Wilton, CT 06897

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Cider Mill School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. East School (rated 9.5/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby New Canaan), which scores notably higher. Another option is Weston Intermediate School (rated 8.8/10, 2.9 miles away, in nearby Weston), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Branchville Elementary School (rated 8.7/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby Ridgefield), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Wilton, see our Wilton schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Middlebrook School Wilton 0.3 mi 8.9
Wilton High School Wilton 0.5 mi 8.5
OUR LADY OF FATIMA CATHOLIC ACADEMY Wilton 1.2 mi 6.2
Miller-Driscoll School Wilton 2.0 mi 7.6
GRUMMAN HILL MONTESSORI ASSOC., INC. Wilton 2.7 mi 7.0
Hurlbutt Elementary School Weston 2.8 mi 7.9
Weston Middle School Weston 2.8 mi 8.3
Weston High School Weston 2.9 mi 9.0
Weston Intermediate School Weston 2.9 mi 8.8
Cranbury Elementary School Norwalk 3.6 mi 5.1
Silvermine Dual Language Magnet School Norwalk 3.9 mi 4.4
ST LUKES SCHOOL New Canaan 3.4 mi 5.6
Branchville Elementary School Ridgefield 4.6 mi 8.7
West Rocks Middle School Norwalk 4.9 mi 5.8
East School New Canaan 4.6 mi 9.5
Norwalk Early Childhood Center Norwalk 4.9 mi 2.9
WINSTON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Norwalk 5.1 mi 4.0
Wolfpit Integrated Arts Elementary School Norwalk 5.2 mi 6.9
Concord Magnet School Norwalk 5.6 mi 7.2
Ponus Ridge STEAM Academy Norwalk 5.6 mi 5.2

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06897 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$227,165

Median Home Value

$891,300

Median Rent

$1,725/mo

Population

18,439

College Educated

73.9%

Homeownership

87.8%

Avg Commute

35.7 min

Poverty Rate

2.5%

Median Age

43.7

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Pleasant Valley School South Windsor, CT 8.2
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Windermere School Ellington, CT 8.1
Stepney Elementary School Monroe, CT 8.3
Duffy School West Hartford, CT 8.0
Rogers International School Stamford, CT 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Cider Mill School

What grades does Cider Mill School serve?

Cider Mill School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Cider Mill School?

Cider Mill School has an enrollment of approximately 822 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Cider Mill School?

The student-teacher ratio at Cider Mill School is 12.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Cider Mill School rank in CT?

Cider Mill School ranks #202 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Cider Mill School's MySchoolScout rating?

Cider Mill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Cider Mill School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Cider Mill School has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 82% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Cider Mill School a charter school?

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

Is Cider Mill School a Title I school?

No, Cider Mill School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
24 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
11 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
822
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
65
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 9
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
4.4%

District

Wilton School District
District Enrollment
3,809
Schools in District
4
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,214
District Rank
#3 of 4

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