Serving 354 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, Ashford School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 44% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 15% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 354 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Ashford School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Ashford School's student population of 354 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 41 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
354 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
41 teachers
School Calendar
First Day of School
Thu. Aug 21, 2025
Last Day of School
Fri. May 15, 2026
School Rankings
Ashford School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Ashford School is 0.27, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#456 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
8%
31%
Black
2%
12%
White
85%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ashford School's ranking?
Ashford School is ranked #456 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Ashford School often compared to?
Ashford Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Eastford Elementary School, Dr. Helen Baldwin Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Ashford School?
354 students attend Ashford School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Ashford School students are White, 8% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ashford School?
Ashford School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ashford School offer ?
Ashford School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Ashford School part of?
Ashford School is part of Ashford School District.
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