Excellent
#45 of 990 schools in CT
Top 4% in state
King's Highway Elementary School
Elementary School · Westport School District
125 Post Rd. West, Westport, CT 06880
Enrollment
463
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
463
Student-Teacher
11.9:1
Score
9.3
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#45 of 990
In Westport
#4 of 8
public schools
In district
#4 of 8
Westport School District
School environment
9.6 / 10
Excellent
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King's Highway Elementary School
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About King's Highway Elementary School
King's Highway Elementary School is a public elementary school in Westport, CT, part of Westport School District. King's Highway Elementary School serves approximately 463 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.9:1 student-teacher ratio. King's Highway Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #45 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for King's Highway Elementary School show 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 9.3 · Excellent
- District avg 9.3
- CT avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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King's Highway Elementary School — Students at King's Highway Elementary School score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 80%).
Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 9.5/10.
How King's Highway Elementary School Compares
See how King's Highway Elementary 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
125 Post Rd. West, Westport, CT 06880
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering King's Highway Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Green's Farms School (rated 9.5/10, 2.2 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Coleytown Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 2.9 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Saugatuck Elementary School (rated 8.9/10, 0.2 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Westport, see our Westport schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 3.3 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Saugatuck Elementary School Westport | 0.2 mi | 8.9 |
| PIERREPONT SCHOOL Westport | 0.3 mi | 8.3 |
| Wolfpit Integrated Arts Elementary School Norwalk | 1.1 mi | 6.9 |
| THE LEARNING COMMUNITY DAY SCHOOL Westport | 1.3 mi | — |
| Norwalk High School Norwalk | 1.5 mi | 4.2 |
| P-TECH Norwalk Norwalk | 1.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Naramake Elementary School Norwalk | 1.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Nathan Hale Middle School Norwalk | 2.0 mi | 4.5 |
| Norwalk Early Childhood Center Norwalk | 1.8 mi | 2.9 |
| ST PAUL CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Westport | 2.5 mi | — |
| Cranbury Elementary School Norwalk | 2.3 mi | 5.1 |
| Green's Farms School Westport | 2.2 mi | 9.5 |
| Coleytown Elementary School Westport | 2.9 mi | 9.3 |
| Bedford Middle School Westport | 2.5 mi | 8.5 |
| Staples High School Westport | 2.5 mi | 9.3 |
| Coleytown Middle School Westport | 3.0 mi | 8.7 |
| Tracey Magnet School Norwalk | 2.5 mi | 4.0 |
| West Rocks Middle School Norwalk | 2.5 mi | 5.8 |
| WINSTON PREPARATORY SCHOOL Norwalk | 2.5 mi | 4.0 |
| Marvin Elementary School Norwalk | 3.3 mi | 5.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06880 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$250,001
Median Home Value
$1,244,200
Median Rent
$2,369/mo
Population
27,364
College Educated
77.7%
Homeownership
87.1%
Avg Commute
40.6 min
Poverty Rate
3.6%
Median Age
45.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Coleytown Elementary School Westport, CT | 9.3 |
| Cook Hill School Wallingford, CT | 9.3 |
| Glenville School Greenwich, CT | 9.3 |
| Henry Barnard School Enfield, CT | 9.3 |
| Scotland Elementary School Ridgefield, CT | 9.3 |
| West Hill School Rocky Hill, CT | 9.3 |
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about King's Highway Elementary School
What grades does King's Highway Elementary School serve?
King's Highway Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend King's Highway Elementary School?
King's Highway Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 463 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at King's Highway Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at King's Highway Elementary School is 11.9:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does King's Highway Elementary School rank in CT?
King's Highway Elementary School ranks #45 of 990 schools in CT.
What is King's Highway Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
King's Highway Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 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 King's Highway Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, King's Highway Elementary School has 86% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 87% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is King's Highway Elementary School a charter school?
No, King's Highway Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is King's Highway Elementary School a Title I school?
No, King's Highway Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 463
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.9:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 39
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 9
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 9.7%
- Phone
- (203) 341-1802
Resources & Links
District
Westport School District- District Enrollment
- 5,333
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $29,010
- District Rank
- #4 of 8
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