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#39 of 990 schools in CT

Top 4% in state

Scotland Elementary School

Elementary School · Ridgefield School District

111 Barlow Mountain Rd., Ridgefield, CT 06877

Enrollment

333

Student-Teacher

12.8:1

Score

9.3

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#39 of 990

In Ridgefield

#2 of 9

public schools

In district

#2 of 9

Ridgefield School District

Academic growth

9.7 / 10

Excellent

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Scotland Elementary School

9.3/10

Elementary School in Ridgefield · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Barlow Mountain Elementary School

9.0/10

0.1 mi away. Use as a geographic alternative in the same move search.

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8.8/10

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About Scotland Elementary School

Scotland Elementary School is a public elementary school in Ridgefield, CT, part of Ridgefield School District. Scotland Elementary School serves approximately 333 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Scotland Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 9.3 out of 10 and ranks #39 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Scotland Elementary School show 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 9.3 · Excellent
  • District avg 9.1
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress9.7Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-0.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendStable
Academics9.3Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency77% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency87% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency82% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)76% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+6.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile89th
Resources & Environment8.4Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,082
Chronic Absenteeism10.8%

Scotland Elementary School — Students at Scotland Elementary School score 82% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 76%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

5.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 84.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 89.4% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 test records from CT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
99.5%
ELA
93%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
98%
ELA
93%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
67%
ELA
82%
2015
Math
82%
ELA
91%
2016
Math
72%
ELA
87%
2017
Math
87%
ELA
92%
2018
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2019
Math
82%
ELA
92%
2020*
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2021*
Math
77%
ELA
87%
2022
Math
77%
ELA
87%

* 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: 9.7/10.

How Scotland Elementary School Compares

See how Scotland Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
9.3/10
96th percentile in CT
Academic
9.3/10
Excellent
Growth
9.7/10
Excellent
Environment
8.4/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
5%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.8%

Location

111 Barlow Mountain Rd., Ridgefield, CT 06877

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Scotland Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Farmingville Elementary School (rated 9.6/10, 3.1 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is Veterans Park Elementary School (rated 9.3/10, 3.0 miles away), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Barlow Mountain Elementary School (rated 9.0/10, 0.1 miles away), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Ridgefield, see our Ridgefield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.6 mi
School Distance Rating
Barlow Mountain Elementary School Ridgefield 0.1 mi 9.0
Ridgebury Elementary School Ridgefield 1.2 mi 8.8
Ridgefield High School Ridgefield 1.0 mi 8.9
Scotts Ridge Middle School Ridgefield 1.2 mi 8.1
RIDGEFIELD MONTESSORI SCHOOL Ridgefield 2.3 mi
ST MARY SCHOOL Ridgefield 2.8 mi 6.4
Veterans Park Elementary School Ridgefield 3.0 mi 9.3
East Ridge Middle School Ridgefield 3.3 mi 8.2
WOOSTER SCHOOL Danbury 3.5 mi 6.0
Farmingville Elementary School Ridgefield 3.1 mi 9.6
THISTLEWAITHE LEARNING CENTER South Salem 4.1 mi
Westside Middle School Academy Danbury 4.7 mi 6.2
Mill Ridge Primary School Danbury 4.9 mi 5.7
Park Avenue School Danbury 5.1 mi 4.1
PEQUENAKONCK ELEMENTARY SCHOOL North Salem 4.4 mi 5.7
MEADOW POND ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Katonah 5.6 mi 8.5
Western CT Academy of International Studies Elementary Magne Danbury 5.8 mi 6.7
Branchville Elementary School Ridgefield 5.0 mi 8.7
IMMACULATE HIGH SCHOOL Danbury 5.2 mi 5.5
Morris Street School Danbury 5.6 mi 3.0

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

Similar Schools

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School Rating
Cook Hill School Wallingford, CT 9.3
Glenville School Greenwich, CT 9.3
Henry Barnard School Enfield, CT 9.3
King's Highway Elementary School Westport, CT 9.3
Lyme Consolidated School Lyme, CT 9.3
Veterans Park Elementary School Ridgefield, CT 9.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Scotland Elementary School

What grades does Scotland Elementary School serve?

Scotland Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Scotland Elementary School?

Scotland Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 333 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Scotland Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Scotland Elementary School is 12.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Scotland Elementary School rank in CT?

Scotland Elementary School ranks #39 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Scotland Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Scotland 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 Scotland Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Scotland Elementary School has 84% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 89% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Scotland Elementary School a charter school?

No, Scotland Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Scotland Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Scotland Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Scotland Elementary School?

5.4% of students at Scotland 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
6 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
18 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
333
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
5.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Connecticut Planning Region 9
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.8%

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