Excellent
#185 of 990 schools in CT
Top 19% in state
Lillie B. Haynes School
Elementary School · East Lyme School District
29 Society Rd., Niantic, CT 06357
Enrollment
349
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Enrollment
349
Student-Teacher
11.6:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Kindergarten – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#185 of 990
In Niantic
#1 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 5
East Lyme School District
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Lillie B. Haynes School
Elementary School in Niantic · grades Kindergarten – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Lillie B. Haynes School
Lillie B. Haynes School is a public elementary school in Niantic, CT, part of East Lyme School District. Lillie B.
Haynes School serves approximately 349 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-4th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Lillie B. Haynes School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #185 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for Lillie B. Haynes School show 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 8.4
- CT avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Lillie B. Haynes School — Students at Lillie B. Haynes School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 59%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
27.5%
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
↓ DecliningAverage 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: 8.7/10.
How Lillie B. Haynes School Compares
See how Lillie B. Haynes School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
29 Society Rd., Niantic, CT 06357
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Lillie B. Haynes School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Mile Creek School (rated 9.2/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Old Lyme), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Flanders School (rated 9.1/10, 1.3 miles away, in nearby East Lyme), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Great Neck Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Waterford), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Niantic, see our Niantic schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.6 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| East Lyme Middle School Niantic | 0.2 mi | 7.7 |
| Flanders School East Lyme | 1.3 mi | 9.1 |
| East Lyme High School East Lyme | 1.4 mi | 8.2 |
| Niantic Center School Niantic | 1.8 mi | 7.8 |
| THE LIGHT HOUSE VOC-ED CENTER Niantic | 1.9 mi | — |
| LIGHTHOUSE VOC-ED CENTER (SITE 3) Niantic | 1.9 mi | 3.3 |
| Oswegatchie Elementary School Waterford | 2.0 mi | 8.1 |
| BAPTIST BIBLE ACADEMY Waterford | 4.2 mi | 5.5 |
| The Friendship School Waterford | 4.3 mi | 5.9 |
| Waterford High School Waterford | 4.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Mile Creek School Old Lyme | 5.1 mi | 9.2 |
| Great Neck Elementary School Waterford | 4.8 mi | 9.0 |
| Clark Lane Middle School Waterford | 4.6 mi | 7.0 |
| WATERFORD COUNTRY SCHOOL Quaker Hill | 5.6 mi | 8.1 |
| New London High School New London | 4.9 mi | 3.6 |
| Science and Technology Magnet Pathway for High School Grades New London | 4.9 mi | 8.5 |
| Dr. Charles E. Murphy School Oakdale | 6.9 mi | 8.3 |
| ST JOSEPH SCHOOL New London | 5.6 mi | 6.3 |
| Bennie Dover Jackson Middle School New London | 5.6 mi | 3.8 |
| New London Visual and Performing Arts Magnet School New London | 5.6 mi | 7.0 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06357 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$98,852
Median Home Value
$369,600
Median Rent
$1,476/mo
Population
11,315
College Educated
45.6%
Homeownership
77%
Avg Commute
26 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
55.9
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Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Lillie B. Haynes School
What grades does Lillie B. Haynes School serve?
Lillie B. Haynes School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 4th.
How many students attend Lillie B. Haynes School?
Lillie B. Haynes School has an enrollment of approximately 349 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Lillie B. Haynes School?
The student-teacher ratio at Lillie B. Haynes 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 Lillie B. Haynes School rank in CT?
Lillie B. Haynes School ranks #185 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Lillie B. Haynes School's MySchoolScout rating?
Lillie B. Haynes School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Lillie B. Haynes School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Lillie B. Haynes School has 78% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Lillie B. Haynes School a charter school?
No, Lillie B. Haynes School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Lillie B. Haynes School a Title I school?
No, Lillie B. Haynes School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Lillie B. Haynes School?
27.5% of students at Lillie B. Haynes 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
- Kindergarten – 4th
- Enrollment
- 349
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 30
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 27.5%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Midsize Suburb
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 8
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 15.2%
- Phone
- (860) 739-2922
Resources & Links
District
East Lyme School District- District Enrollment
- 2,506
- Schools in District
- 5
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $25,720
- District Rank
- #3 of 5
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