Serving 335 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Branchville Elementary School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 5%, and reading proficiency is top 5%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 80-84% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 80-84% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher 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-5
- Enrollment: 335 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 15%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 80-84% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Branchville Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Branchville Elementary School's student population of 335 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
335 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
School Rankings
Branchville Elementary School ranks within the top 5% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Branchville Elementary 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
#23 out of 942 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
80-84%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
9%
31%
Black
n/a
12%
White
85%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
3%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
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 Branchville Elementary School's ranking?
Branchville Elementary School is ranked #23 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Branchville Elementary School often compared to?
Branchville Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Barlow Mountain Elementary School, Ridgebury Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
80-84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 80-84% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Branchville Elementary School?
335 students attend Branchville Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
85% of Branchville Elementary School students are White, 9% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Branchville Elementary School?
Branchville Elementary School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Branchville Elementary School offer ?
Branchville Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Branchville Elementary School part of?
Branchville Elementary School is part of Ridgefield School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
First Day for K - Grade 9 Students
August 26, 2025 (Tuesday)
First Day for Grade 10 - 12 Students
August 27, 2025 (Wednesday)
Tentative Last Day of School
June 16, 2026 (Tuesday)
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