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#201 of 990 schools in CT

Top 20% in state

Daisy Ingraham School

Elementary School · Westbrook School District

105 Goodspeed Dr., Westbrook, CT 06498

Enrollment

258

Student-Teacher

8.1:1

Score

8.2

Grades

Pre-K – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#201 of 990

In Westbrook

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Westbrook School District

School environment

9.6 / 10

Excellent

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Daisy Ingraham School

8.2/10

Elementary School in Westbrook · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.0/10

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About Daisy Ingraham School

Daisy Ingraham School is a public elementary school in Westbrook, CT, part of Westbrook School District. Daisy Ingraham School serves approximately 258 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 8.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Daisy Ingraham School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #201 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Daisy Ingraham School show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.7 pts above CT schools
  • This school 8.2 · Excellent
  • CT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

At 8.1:1 students to teachers, Daisy Ingraham School sits well below the national average. Smaller classes like that usually mean more one-on-one time between students and teachers.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.8Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.43 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment9.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio8.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$36,020
Chronic Absenteeism11.6%

Daisy Ingraham School — Students at Daisy Ingraham School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

33.3%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 73.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 72.8% (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
92%
ELA
82%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
62%
2018
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
82%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
62%
ELA
57%

* 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: 7.8/10.

How Daisy Ingraham School Compares

See how Daisy Ingraham School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.2/10
80th percentile in CT
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
7.8/10
Very Good
Environment
9.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
33%
Teaching Staff
8:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.6%

Location

105 Goodspeed Dr., Westbrook, CT 06498

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Daisy Ingraham School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Deep River Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 6.9 miles away, in nearby Deep River), which scores notably higher. Another option is Essex Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Centerbrook), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Chester Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 8.1 miles away, in nearby Chester), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Westbrook, see our Westbrook schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 8.7 mi
School Distance Rating
Westbrook High School Westbrook 1.0 mi 8.0
Westbrook Middle School Westbrook 1.1 mi 9.1
Old Saybrook Senior High School Old Saybrook 2.3 mi 7.6
Kathleen E. Goodwin School Old Saybrook 3.1 mi 8.1
ST JOHN SCHOOL Old Saybrook 3.4 mi 4.6
Essex Elementary School Centerbrook 4.5 mi 9.0
Old Saybrook Middle School Old Saybrook 3.7 mi 7.7
Jared Eliot School Clinton 4.1 mi 6.6
John Winthrop Middle School Deep River 5.4 mi 6.4
Valley Regional High School Deep River 5.9 mi 8.3
Lewin G. Joel Jr. School Clinton 4.5 mi 7.2
THE CHILDREN'S TREE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Old Saybrook 4.9 mi 6.7
The Morgan School Clinton 4.8 mi 7.5
Deep River Elementary School Deep River 6.9 mi 9.3
MONTESSORI CIRCLE OF FRIENDS Chester 7.9 mi
Center School Old Lyme 6.3 mi 5.8
Chester Elementary School Chester 8.1 mi 9.0
Lyme-Old Lyme Middle School Old Lyme 6.3 mi 8.6
Lyme-Old Lyme High School Old Lyme 6.4 mi 9.0
Killingworth Elementary School Higganum 8.7 mi 9.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06498 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$76,172

Median Home Value

$423,500

Median Rent

$1,349/mo

Population

6,832

College Educated

45.4%

Homeownership

77%

Avg Commute

23.1 min

Poverty Rate

5.8%

Median Age

56.8

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Orchard Hills School Milford, CT 8.2
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Deer Run School East Haven, CT 8.1
Oswegatchie Elementary School Waterford, CT 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Daisy Ingraham School

What grades does Daisy Ingraham School serve?

Daisy Ingraham School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.

How many students attend Daisy Ingraham School?

Daisy Ingraham School has an enrollment of approximately 258 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Daisy Ingraham School?

The student-teacher ratio at Daisy Ingraham School is 8.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Daisy Ingraham School rank in CT?

Daisy Ingraham School ranks #201 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Daisy Ingraham School's MySchoolScout rating?

Daisy Ingraham 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 Daisy Ingraham School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Daisy Ingraham School has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Daisy Ingraham School a charter school?

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

Is Daisy Ingraham School a Title I school?

No, Daisy Ingraham School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Daisy Ingraham School?

33.3% of students at Daisy Ingraham 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
43 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
258
Student-Teacher Ratio
8.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
33.3%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 3
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.6%

District

Westbrook School District
District Enrollment
597
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$36,020
District Rank
#2 of 3

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