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#44 of 990 schools in CT

Top 4% in state

Coleytown Elementary School

Elementary School · Westport School District

65 Easton Rd., Westport, CT 06880

Enrollment

486

Student-Teacher

12.2:1

Score

9.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#44 of 990

In Westport

#3 of 8

public schools

In district

#3 of 8

Westport School District

School environment

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Coleytown Elementary School

9.3/10

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

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8.7/10

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About Coleytown Elementary School

Coleytown Elementary School is a public elementary school in Westport, CT, part of Westport School District. Coleytown Elementary School serves approximately 486 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Coleytown Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #44 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Coleytown Elementary School show 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 9.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.3
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.5Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-1.21 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.6Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency78% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency83% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency81% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)80% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+0.9 pts
Adjusted Percentile79th
Resources & Environment9.7Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$29,010
Chronic Absenteeism7.2%

Coleytown Elementary School — Students at Coleytown Elementary School score 80% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 80%).

How we calculate scores →

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 86.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 86.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 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
92%
2010
Math
97%
ELA
88%
2011
Math
99.5%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
98%
ELA
91%
2013
Math
98%
ELA
94%
2014
Math
78%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
78%
ELA
79%
2016
Math
70%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
82%
ELA
87%
2018
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2019
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2020*
Math
79%
ELA
84%
2021*
Math
79%
ELA
84%
2022
Math
78%
ELA
83%

* 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: 9.5/10.

How Coleytown Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
9.3/10
96th percentile in CT
Academic
8.6/10
Excellent
Growth
9.5/10
Excellent
Environment
9.7/10
Excellent
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
40 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.2%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

65 Easton Rd., Westport, CT 06880

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Coleytown Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Green's Farms School (rated 9.5/10, 3.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Long Lots School (rated 9.4/10, 2.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, King's Highway Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Westport, see our Westport schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Coleytown Middle School Westport 0.2 mi 8.7
ST PAUL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Westport 0.4 mi
Bedford Middle School Westport 1.6 mi 8.5
Staples High School Westport 1.8 mi 9.3
Hurlbutt Elementary School Weston 2.5 mi 7.9
Weston Intermediate School Weston 2.6 mi 8.8
King's Highway Elementary School Westport 2.9 mi 9.3
Saugatuck Elementary School Westport 3.0 mi 8.9
Weston High School Weston 2.8 mi 9.0
Green's Farms School Westport 3.0 mi 9.5
Long Lots School Westport 2.8 mi 9.4
Dwight Elementary School Fairfield 2.4 mi 9.2
PIERREPONT SCHOOL Westport 3.1 mi 8.3
Weston Middle School Weston 3.0 mi 8.3
THE LEARNING COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL Westport 3.4 mi
Cranbury Elementary School Norwalk 3.1 mi 5.1
Wolfpit Integrated Arts Elementary School Norwalk 3.4 mi 6.9
FAIRFIELD COUNTRY DAY SCHOOL Fairfield 3.0 mi 7.1
GRUMMAN HILL MONTESSORI ASSOC., INC. Wilton 3.3 mi 7.0
Norwalk Early Childhood Center Norwalk 3.8 mi 2.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06880 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$250,001

Median Home Value

$1,244,200

Median Rent

$2,369/mo

Population

27,364

College Educated

77.7%

Homeownership

87.1%

Avg Commute

40.6 min

Poverty Rate

3.6%

Median Age

45.7

Similar Schools

Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings

School Rating
Cook Hill School Wallingford, CT 9.3
Glenville School Greenwich, CT 9.3
Henry Barnard School Enfield, CT 9.3
King's Highway Elementary School Westport, CT 9.3
Scotland Elementary School Ridgefield, CT 9.3
West Hill School Rocky Hill, CT 9.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Coleytown Elementary School

What grades does Coleytown Elementary School serve?

Coleytown Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Coleytown Elementary School?

Coleytown Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 486 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Coleytown Elementary School is 12.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Coleytown Elementary School rank in CT?

Coleytown Elementary School ranks #44 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Coleytown Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Coleytown Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 Coleytown Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Coleytown Elementary School has 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Coleytown Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Coleytown Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
5 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
28 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
486
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
40
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 9
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.2%

District

Westport School District
District Enrollment
5,333
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$29,010
District Rank
#3 of 8

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