Below Average
#865 of 990 schools in CT
Killingly Central School
Elementary School · Killingly School District
60 Soap St., Dayville, CT 06241
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Enrollment
326
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
4.1
Grades
Pre-K – 1st
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#865 of 990
In Dayville
#3 of 3
public schools
In district
#4 of 4
Killingly School District
Academic performance
7.4 / 10
Very Good
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Killingly Central School
Elementary School in Dayville · grades Pre-K – 1st. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Killingly Central School
Killingly Central School is a public elementary school in Dayville, CT, part of Killingly School District. Killingly Central School serves approximately 326 students, and covers grades Pre-K-1st, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Killingly Central School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 out of 10 and ranks #865 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for Killingly Central School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2014) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2014).
- This school 4.1 · Below Average
- District avg 4.9
- CT avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Killingly Central School — Students at Killingly Central School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 36%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
57.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2013-14)
Based on 10 test records from CT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 1.7/10.
How Killingly Central School Compares
See how Killingly Central School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
60 Soap St., Dayville, CT 06241
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Killingly Central School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Pomfret Community School (rated 7.5/10, 4.0 miles away, in nearby Pomfret Center), which scores notably higher. Another option is Putnam Elementary School (rated 6.7/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Putnam), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Killingly Memorial School (rated 5.7/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby Danielson), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Dayville, see our Dayville schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 8.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Killingly Intermediate School Dayville | 0.7 mi | 4.4 |
| Killingly High School Dayville | 0.9 mi | 4.6 |
| NORTHEAST CDT Danielson | 1.4 mi | — |
| Quinebaug Middle College Danielson | 1.6 mi | 7.2 |
| H. H. Ellis Technical High School Danielson | 2.2 mi | 5.8 |
| Killingly Memorial School Danielson | 2.7 mi | 5.7 |
| ST JAMES SCHOOL Danielson | 3.3 mi | 5.0 |
| PUTNAM SCIENCE ACADEMY Putnam | 4.8 mi | 6.8 |
| Pomfret Community School Pomfret Center | 4.0 mi | 7.5 |
| LEARNING CLINIC Brooklyn | 4.3 mi | 6.1 |
| Putnam High School Putnam | 5.3 mi | 4.2 |
| Brooklyn Middle School Brooklyn | 5.1 mi | 5.1 |
| Brooklyn Elementary School Brooklyn | 5.3 mi | 4.3 |
| Putnam Elementary School Putnam | 5.6 mi | 6.7 |
| Putnam Middle School Putnam | 5.7 mi | 4.8 |
| POMFRET SCHOOL Pomfret | 4.8 mi | 7.3 |
| RIVER RUN ACADEMY AT THE SUSAN WAYNE CTR OF EXCEL Thompson | 6.2 mi | 7.1 |
| Woodstock Middle School Woodstock | 6.5 mi | 4.7 |
| MARIANAPOLIS PREP SCHOOL Thompson | 7.4 mi | 5.2 |
| Shepard Hill Elementary School Plainfield | 8.1 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06241 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$80,547
Median Home Value
$272,200
Median Rent
$938/mo
Population
6,317
College Educated
25.1%
Homeownership
76.5%
Avg Commute
24.3 min
Poverty Rate
11.4%
Median Age
38.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Killingly Central School
What grades does Killingly Central School serve?
Killingly Central School serves students in grades Pre-K through 1st.
How many students attend Killingly Central School?
Killingly Central School has an enrollment of approximately 326 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Killingly Central School?
The student-teacher ratio at Killingly Central School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Killingly Central School rank in CT?
Killingly Central School ranks #865 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Killingly Central School's MySchoolScout rating?
Killingly Central School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.1 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 Killingly Central School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Killingly Central School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2014) and 67% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2014).
Is Killingly Central School a charter school?
No, Killingly Central School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Killingly Central School a Title I school?
No, Killingly Central School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Killingly Central School?
57.4% of students at Killingly Central 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 – 1st
- Enrollment
- 326
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 28
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 57.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Distant Town
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 5
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 25.2%
- Phone
- (860) 779-6750
Resources & Links
District
Killingly School District- District Enrollment
- 2,423
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,790
- District Rank
- #4 of 4
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