Excellent
#232 of 990 schools in CT
Top 23% in state
Totoket Valley Elementary School
Elementary School · North Branford School District
1388 Middletown Ave., Northford, CT 06472
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
8.0
Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
337
Student-Teacher
12.5:1
Score
8.0
Grades
3rd – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#232 of 990
In district
#2 of 4
North Branford School District
School environment
9.3 / 10
Excellent
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Totoket Valley Elementary School
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About Totoket Valley Elementary School
Totoket Valley Elementary School is a public elementary school in Northford, CT, part of North Branford School District. Totoket Valley Elementary School serves approximately 337 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 12.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Totoket Valley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 out of 10 and ranks #232 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for Totoket Valley Elementary School show 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.0 · Excellent
- District avg 8.7
- CT avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Totoket Valley Elementary School — Students at Totoket Valley Elementary School score 64% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 60%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
25.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 28 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: 7.4/10.
How Totoket Valley Elementary School Compares
See how Totoket Valley Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
1388 Middletown Ave., Northford, CT 06472
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Totoket Valley Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Jerome Harrison School (rated 9.4/10, 4.6 miles away, in nearby North Branford), which scores notably higher. Another option is Moses Y. Beach School (rated 8.8/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Wallingford), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Evarts C. Stevens School (rated 8.7/10, 3.1 miles away, in nearby Wallingford), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Northford, see our Northford schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 5.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Pond Hill School Wallingford | 2.2 mi | 6.2 |
| Clintonville Elementary School North Haven | 1.9 mi | 7.4 |
| Wintergreen Interdistrict Magnet School North Haven | 2.2 mi | 3.2 |
| Evarts C. Stevens School Wallingford | 3.1 mi | 8.7 |
| Dag Hammarskjold Middle School Wallingford | 3.1 mi | 4.0 |
| Lyman Hall High School Wallingford | 3.4 mi | 6.2 |
| North Branford High School North Branford | 3.9 mi | 6.3 |
| North Branford Intermediate School North Branford | 4.1 mi | 6.0 |
| Rock Hill School Wallingford | 4.3 mi | 6.3 |
| Montowese Elementary School North Haven | 3.9 mi | 8.6 |
| Jerome Harrison School North Branford | 4.6 mi | 9.4 |
| HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL Wallingford | 4.5 mi | 5.5 |
| CHOATE ROSEMARY HALL Wallingford | 4.7 mi | 6.5 |
| North Haven Middle School North Haven | 3.6 mi | 7.4 |
| Green Acres Elementary School North Haven | 3.7 mi | 7.8 |
| Moses Y. Beach School Wallingford | 4.8 mi | 8.8 |
| North Haven High School North Haven | 3.8 mi | 6.2 |
| Melissa Jones School Guilford | 3.9 mi | 8.4 |
| East Haven High School East Haven | 4.8 mi | 3.6 |
| Deer Run School East Haven | 5.0 mi | 8.1 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06472 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$108,333
Median Home Value
$371,800
Median Rent
$1,541/mo
Population
6,414
College Educated
38%
Homeownership
88.2%
Avg Commute
27.2 min
Poverty Rate
3.5%
Median Age
45.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Dr. Robert H. Brown Intermediate School Madison, CT | 8.0 |
| Jack Jackter Intermediate School Colchester, CT | 8.0 |
| Mary T. Murphy School Branford, CT | 8.0 |
| Middle Gate Elementary School Newtown, CT | 8.0 |
| Pumpkin Delight School Milford, CT | 8.0 |
| Ridge Road Elementary School North Haven, CT | 8.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Totoket Valley Elementary School
What grades does Totoket Valley Elementary School serve?
Totoket Valley Elementary School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.
How many students attend Totoket Valley Elementary School?
Totoket Valley Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 337 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Totoket Valley Elementary School?
The student-teacher ratio at Totoket Valley Elementary School is 12.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Totoket Valley Elementary School rank in CT?
Totoket Valley Elementary School ranks #232 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Totoket Valley Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?
Totoket Valley Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.0 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 Totoket Valley Elementary School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Totoket Valley Elementary School has 65% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 63% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Totoket Valley Elementary School a charter school?
No, Totoket Valley Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Totoket Valley Elementary School a Title I school?
No, Totoket Valley Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Totoket Valley Elementary School?
25.2% of students at Totoket Valley 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.
Neighborhood Context
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- 3rd – 5th
- Enrollment
- 337
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12.5:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 27
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 25.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 7
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 5.0%
- Phone
- (203) 484-1455
Resources & Links
District
North Branford School District- District Enrollment
- 1,541
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $26,491
- District Rank
- #2 of 4
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