Excellent
#20 of 990 schools in CT
Top 2% in state
East School
Elementary School · New Canaan School District
54 Little Brook Rd., New Canaan, CT 06840
Enrollment
570
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
570
Student-Teacher
12.4:1
Score
9.5
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#20 of 990
In New Canaan
#3 of 5
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
New Canaan School District
Academic growth
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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East School
Elementary School in New Canaan · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About East School
East School is a public elementary school in New Canaan, CT, part of New Canaan School District. East School serves approximately 570 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. East School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 out of 10 and ranks #20 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for East School show 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 9.5 · Excellent
- District avg 9.6
- CT avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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East School — Students at East School score 87% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 80%).
Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from CT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
→ StableAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 9.6/10.
How East School Compares
See how East School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Programs & Offerings
Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more
Location
54 Little Brook Rd., New Canaan, CT 06840
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering East School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. South School (rated 9.7/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is West School (rated 9.7/10, 2.5 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Royle Elementary School (rated 9.2/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Darien), with a comparable rating. For more schools in New Canaan, see our New Canaan schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Saxe Middle School New Canaan | 1.2 mi | 9.3 |
| South School New Canaan | 1.3 mi | 9.7 |
| New Canaan High School New Canaan | 1.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Silvermine Dual Language Magnet School Norwalk | 2.0 mi | 4.4 |
| Fox Run Elementary School Norwalk | 2.5 mi | 6.2 |
| Ox Ridge Elementary School Darien | 3.1 mi | 9.1 |
| NEW CANAAN COUNTRY SCHOOL New Canaan | 2.5 mi | 6.3 |
| Concord Magnet School Norwalk | 2.7 mi | 7.2 |
| Ponus Ridge STEAM Academy Norwalk | 2.7 mi | 5.2 |
| ST LUKES SCHOOL New Canaan | 3.2 mi | 5.6 |
| West School New Canaan | 2.5 mi | 9.7 |
| Miller-Driscoll School Wilton | 3.0 mi | 7.6 |
| Kendall College & Career Academy Norwalk | 3.2 mi | 3.9 |
| Royle Elementary School Darien | 4.2 mi | 9.2 |
| Darien High School Darien | 4.3 mi | 9.4 |
| Springdale School Stamford | 4.1 mi | 6.2 |
| West Rocks Middle School Norwalk | 3.5 mi | 5.8 |
| Jefferson Marine Science Elementary School Norwalk | 3.7 mi | 4.3 |
| WINSTON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Norwalk | 3.6 mi | 4.0 |
| OUR LADY OF FATIMA CATHOLIC ACADEMY Wilton | 4.0 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06840 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$1,534,100
Median Rent
$3,501/mo
Population
20,704
College Educated
82.8%
Homeownership
83.6%
Avg Commute
39.9 min
Poverty Rate
3.3%
Median Age
42.5
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Deans Mill School Stonington, CT | 9.5 |
| Green's Farms School Westport, CT | 9.5 |
| Hindley Elementary School Darien, CT | 9.5 |
| North Street School Greenwich, CT | 9.5 |
| Old Greenwich School Old Greenwich, CT | 9.5 |
| Sherman School Fairfield, CT | 9.5 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about East School
What grades does East School serve?
East School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend East School?
East School has an enrollment of approximately 570 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at East School?
The student-teacher ratio at East School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does East School rank in CT?
East School ranks #20 of 990 schools in CT.
What is East School's MySchoolScout rating?
East School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.5 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 School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, East School has 91% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is East School a charter school?
No, East School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is East School a Title I school?
No, East School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 570
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.4:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 46
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 9
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 6.1%
- Phone
- (203) 594-4219
Resources & Links
District
New Canaan School District- District Enrollment
- 4,109
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,107
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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