Serving 408 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Aiken School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 72% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Aiken School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
School Overview
Aiken School's student population of 408 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
408 students
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Year Founded
2003
Colors
Blue and White
School Calendar
School Motto
Inspiring and preparing all students
School Rankings
Aiken School ranks within the top 10% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Aiken School is 0.64, 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
#88 out of 939 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
12%
5%
Hispanic
15%
32%
Black
9%
12%
White
56%
46%
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Aiken School's ranking?
Aiken School is ranked #88 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Aiken School often compared to?
Aiken Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Bugbee School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
72% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Aiken School?
408 students attend Aiken School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Aiken School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Aiken School?
Aiken School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Aiken School offer ?
Aiken School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Aiken School part of?
Aiken School is part of West Hartford School District.
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