Newington School District

The Newington School District in Connecticut is home to 7 schools, including 4 elementary schools, 2 middle schools, and 1 high school, serving students from pre-K through 12th grade. The district is known for its strong academic performance, with several standout schools that excel in areas like test scores, school ratings, and college readiness.

At the elementary level, Ruth Chaffee School stands out with consistently high test scores, with 79.3% of 4th graders proficient or better in ELA and 72.4% proficient or better in Math, significantly higher than the district and state averages. The school also holds a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger, the highest in the district. At the high school level, Newington High School performs well academically, with 61.2% of 11th graders proficient or better in ELA and 64.5% proficient or better in Science, exceeding district and state benchmarks. The high school is also ranked 47th out of 145 high schools in Connecticut.

While the district as a whole performs well, there is some variation in the performance of individual schools. For example, John Paterson School had lower ELA scores than the district and state averages. Additionally, the data does not show a clear correlation between spending per student and academic performance, as Elizabeth Green School, which has the highest spending per student, does not have the highest test scores in the district. Overall, the Newington School District appears to be performing well, with several standout schools and a commitment to academic excellence.