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#209 of 990 schools in CT

Top 21% in state

East Farms School

Elementary School · Farmington School District

25 Wolf Pit Rd., Farmington, CT 06032

Enrollment

502

Student-Teacher

15.7:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 4th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#209 of 990

In Farmington

#5 of 5

public schools

In district

#7 of 7

Farmington School District

Academic growth

9.2 / 10

Excellent

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East Farms School

8.1/10

Elementary School in Farmington · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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8.5/10

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4.6/10

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About East Farms School

East Farms School is a public elementary school in Farmington, CT, part of Farmington School District. East Farms School serves approximately 502 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 15.7:1 student-teacher ratio. East Farms School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #209 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for East Farms School show 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.3 pts below district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.4
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.6 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.9Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency72% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency75% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)69% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.1 pts
Adjusted Percentile83th
Resources & Environment4.2Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.7:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,734
Chronic Absenteeism10%

East Farms School — Students at East Farms School score 74% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 69%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

13.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 88.1% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 83.5% (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
97.5%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2011
Math
98%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2015
Math
89%
ELA
91%
2016
Math
87%
ELA
87%
2017
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2019
Math
87%
ELA
77%
2020*
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2021*
Math
77%
ELA
77%
2022
Math
77%
ELA
72%

* 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: 9.2/10.

How East Farms School Compares

See how East Farms School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
79th percentile in CT
Academic
8.9/10
Excellent
Growth
9.2/10
Excellent
Environment
4.2/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
14%
Teaching Staff
16:1 student-teacher ratio
32 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.0%

Location

25 Wolf Pit Rd., Farmington, CT 06032

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering East Farms School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Braeburn School (rated 8.8/10, 3.5 miles away, in nearby West Hartford), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Noah Wallace School (rated 8.5/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Wolcott School (rated 8.1/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby West Hartford), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Farmington, see our Farmington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.2 mi
School Distance Rating
Irving A. Robbins Middle School Farmington 0.1 mi 8.5
Jefferson Elementary School New Britain 1.6 mi 4.6
Pulaski Middle School New Britain 1.6 mi 4.4
Noah Wallace School Farmington 1.4 mi 8.5
Holmes Elementary School New Britian 1.6 mi 5.8
MISS PORTER'S SCHOOL Farmington 1.5 mi 6.5
E. C. Goodwin Technical High School New Britain 2.3 mi 4.1
DiLoreto Elementary & Middle School New Britain 2.3 mi 5.4
Academy of Science and Innovation New Britain 2.5 mi 3.9
Gaffney Elementary School New Britain 3.1 mi 5.6
SOLOMON SCHECHTER DAY SCHOOL West Hartford 2.8 mi 6.1
Wolcott School West Hartford 2.7 mi 8.1
Smalley Elementary School New Britain 3.3 mi 4.2
Conard High School West Hartford 2.8 mi 7.6
Anna Reynolds School Newington 2.8 mi 6.0
Duffy School West Hartford 3.1 mi 8.0
Sedgwick Middle School West Hartford 3.2 mi 7.6
Braeburn School West Hartford 3.5 mi 8.8
Slade Middle School New Britian 4.1 mi 2.8
Lincoln Elementary School New Britain 4.2 mi 3.1

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06032 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$131,488

Median Home Value

$419,200

Median Rent

$1,828/mo

Population

18,642

College Educated

66.1%

Homeownership

73.6%

Avg Commute

24.4 min

Poverty Rate

5.4%

Median Age

43.8

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Latimer Lane School Weatogue, CT 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about East Farms School

What grades does East Farms School serve?

East Farms School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.

How many students attend East Farms School?

East Farms School has an enrollment of approximately 502 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at East Farms School?

The student-teacher ratio at East Farms School is 15.7:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does East Farms School rank in CT?

East Farms School ranks #209 of 990 schools in CT.

What is East Farms School's MySchoolScout rating?

East Farms School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 East Farms School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, East Farms School has 88% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is East Farms School a charter school?

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

Is East Farms School a Title I school?

No, East Farms School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for East Farms School?

13.5% of students at East Farms 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
14 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
19 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
502
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.7:1
Teachers (FTE)
32
Free/Reduced Lunch
13.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 1
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.0%

District

Farmington School District
District Enrollment
4,194
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,734
District Rank
#7 of 7

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