Excellent
#10 of 990 schools in CT
Top 1% in state
Farmingville Elementary School
Elementary School · Ridgefield School District
324 Farmingville Rd., Ridgefield, CT 06877
Enrollment
321
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
9.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
321
Student-Teacher
12.3:1
Score
9.6
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#10 of 990
In Ridgefield
#1 of 9
public schools
In district
#1 of 9
Ridgefield School District
Academic performance
9.7 / 10
Excellent
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About Farmingville Elementary School
Farmingville Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ridgefield, CT, part of Ridgefield School District. Farmingville Elementary School serves approximately 321 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Farmingville Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 out of 10 and ranks #10 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for Farmingville Elementary School show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 9.6 · Excellent
- District avg 9.1
- CT avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Farmingville Elementary School — Students at Farmingville Elementary School score 87% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 76%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
4.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
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 Farmingville Elementary School Compares
See how Farmingville Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
324 Farmingville Rd., Ridgefield, CT 06877
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Farmingville Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Veterans Park Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 1.8 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Scotland Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 3.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Redding Elementary School (rated 9.1/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby Redding), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Ridgefield, see our Ridgefield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.5 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| RIDGEFIELD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ridgefield | 1.3 mi | — |
| East Ridge Middle School Ridgefield | 1.7 mi | 8.2 |
| Branchville Elementary School Ridgefield | 2.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Veterans Park Elementary School Ridgefield | 1.8 mi | 9.3 |
| ST MARY SCHOOL Ridgefield | 2.2 mi | 6.4 |
| Scotland Elementary School Ridgefield | 3.1 mi | 9.3 |
| Barlow Mountain Elementary School Ridgefield | 3.2 mi | 9.0 |
| Ridgebury Elementary School Ridgefield | 4.0 mi | 8.8 |
| John Read Middle School Redding | 3.4 mi | 8.5 |
| Ridgefield High School Ridgefield | 4.0 mi | 8.9 |
| Scotts Ridge Middle School Ridgefield | 4.2 mi | 8.1 |
| MEADOW POND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Katonah | 4.7 mi | 8.5 |
| THISTLEWAITHE LEARNING CENTER South Salem | 4.4 mi | — |
| WOOSTER SCHOOL Danbury | 5.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Redding Elementary School Redding | 4.4 mi | 9.1 |
| Wilton High School Wilton | 5.9 mi | 8.5 |
| IMMACULATE HIGH SCHOOL Danbury | 6.2 mi | 5.5 |
| Rogers Park Middle School Danbury | 6.3 mi | 2.9 |
| Park Avenue School Danbury | 6.4 mi | 4.1 |
| Westside Middle School Academy Danbury | 6.5 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06877 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$168,991
Median Home Value
$799,400
Median Rent
$1,918/mo
Population
25,029
College Educated
71.9%
Homeownership
84.3%
Avg Commute
35.8 min
Poverty Rate
3.1%
Median Age
45.6
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| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Laurel Literacy Academy Bloomfield, CT | 9.6 |
| Allgrove School East Granby, CT | 9.5 |
| Deans Mill School Stonington, CT | 9.5 |
| Hazardville Memorial School Enfield, CT | 9.5 |
| Hindley Elementary School Darien, CT | 9.5 |
| International School At Dundee Riverside, CT | 9.7 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Farmingville Elementary School
What grades does Farmingville Elementary School serve?
Farmingville Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Farmingville Elementary School?
Farmingville Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 321 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Farmingville Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Farmingville Elementary School is 12.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Farmingville Elementary School rank in CT?
Farmingville Elementary School ranks #10 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Farmingville Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Farmingville Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.6 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 Farmingville Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Farmingville Elementary School has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 88% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Farmingville Elementary School a charter school?
No, Farmingville Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Farmingville Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Farmingville Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Farmingville Elementary School?
4.4% of students at Farmingville Elementary 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 321
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.3:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 26
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 4.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 9
- Phone
- (203) 894-5570
Resources & Links
District
Ridgefield School District- District Enrollment
- 4,474
- Schools in District
- 9
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $27,082
- District Rank
- #1 of 9
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