Very Good
#293 of 990 schools in CT
Top 30% in state
Long Hill School
Elementary School · Shelton School District
565 Long Hill Ave., Shelton, CT 06484
Enrollment
319
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Enrollment
319
Student-Teacher
11.8:1
Score
7.6
Grades
Pre-K – 4th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#293 of 990
In Shelton
#3 of 8
public schools
In district
#3 of 8
Shelton School District
Academic performance
8.5 / 10
Excellent
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Long Hill School
Elementary School in Shelton · grades Pre-K – 4th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Long Hill School
Long Hill School is a public elementary school in Shelton, CT, part of Shelton School District. Long Hill School serves approximately 319 students, and covers grades Pre-K-4th, and has a 11.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Long Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #293 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for Long Hill School show 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 7.6 · Very Good
- District avg 7.3
- CT avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Long Hill School — Students at Long Hill School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 46%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
44.2%
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: 8.0/10.
How Long Hill School Compares
See how Long Hill School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
565 Long Hill Ave., Shelton, CT 06484
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Long Hill School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Turkey Hill School (rated 8.4/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Orange), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Sunnyside School (rated 7.9/10, 1.5 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Bradley School (rated 7.7/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Derby), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Shelton, see our Shelton schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Sunnyside School Shelton | 1.5 mi | 7.9 |
| Perry Hill Elementary School Shelton | 1.9 mi | 6.2 |
| Intermediate School Shelton | 2.4 mi | 6.7 |
| Shelton High School Shelton | 2.7 mi | 6.0 |
| MILESTONES BEHAVIORAL SERVICES Milford | 2.6 mi | 7.2 |
| ST MARY & ST MICHAEL SCHOOL Derby | 3.1 mi | 6.2 |
| Irving School Derby | 3.1 mi | 5.1 |
| THE FOUNDATION SCHOOL ORANGE Orange | 2.4 mi | — |
| Chapel School Stratford | 3.2 mi | 5.4 |
| Elizabeth Shelton School Shelton | 2.9 mi | 6.9 |
| Harry B. Flood Middle School Stratford | 3.2 mi | 3.7 |
| HOLY TRINITY CATHOLIC ACADEMY Shelton | 2.6 mi | 5.6 |
| Little Raiders University Derby | 3.4 mi | 4.4 |
| Bradley School Derby | 3.1 mi | 7.7 |
| Derby High School Derby | 3.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Derby Middle School Derby | 3.5 mi | 4.7 |
| Turkey Hill School Orange | 2.8 mi | 8.4 |
| Ansonia High School Ansonia | 3.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Mathewson School Milford | 3.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Ansonia Middle School Ansonia | 4.1 mi | 5.5 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06484 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$114,739
Median Home Value
$435,700
Median Rent
$1,661/mo
Population
41,402
College Educated
43.5%
Homeownership
75.9%
Avg Commute
28.8 min
Poverty Rate
5.6%
Median Age
43.9
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|---|---|
| South End Elementary School Plantsville, CT | 7.6 |
| WHITBY SCHOOL Greenwich, CT | 7.6 |
| Morley School West Hartford, CT | 7.5 |
| Pomfret Community School Pomfret Center, CT | 7.5 |
| Skinner Road School Vernon, CT | 7.5 |
| Wakelee School Wolcott, CT | 7.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Long Hill School
What grades does Long Hill School serve?
Long Hill School serves students in grades Pre-K through 4th.
How many students attend Long Hill School?
Long Hill School has an enrollment of approximately 319 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Long Hill School?
The student-teacher ratio at Long Hill School is 11.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Long Hill School rank in CT?
Long Hill School ranks #293 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Long Hill School's MySchoolScout rating?
Long Hill School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 Long Hill School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Long Hill School has 67% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 70% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Long Hill School a charter school?
No, Long Hill School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Long Hill School a Title I school?
No, Long Hill School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Long Hill School?
44.2% of students at Long Hill 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 – 4th
- Enrollment
- 319
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 11.8:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 44.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Small City
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 4
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 17.9%
- Phone
- (203) 929-4077
Resources & Links
District
Shelton School District- District Enrollment
- 4,513
- Schools in District
- 8
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,051
- District Rank
- #3 of 8
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