Serving 525 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Doolittle School ranks in the top 20% 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 69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 71% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 525 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 71% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Doolittle School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Doolittle School's student population of 525 students has grown by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 15% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
525 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Doolittle School ranks within the top 20% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Doolittle School is 0.48, 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
#163 out of 942 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
71%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
10%
31%
Black
5%
12%
White
71%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
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 Doolittle School's ranking?
Doolittle School is ranked #163 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Doolittle School often compared to?
Doolittle Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Highland School, Chapman School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 71% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Doolittle School?
525 students attend Doolittle School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Doolittle School students are White, 10% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Doolittle School?
Doolittle School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Doolittle School offer ?
Doolittle School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Doolittle School part of?
Doolittle School is part of Cheshire School District.
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