Serving 428 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Tokeneke 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 84% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 22% of the student body (majority Asian and Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 428 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 22%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 84% (Top 5%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 85-89% (Top 1%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Tokeneke 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
Student Attention
School Overview
Tokeneke Elementary School's student population of 428 students has declined by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
428 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Tokeneke 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 Tokeneke Elementary School is 0.38, 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
#19 out of 942 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
84%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
85-89%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
5%
31%
Black
1%
12%
White
78%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
1%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Tokeneke Elementary School's ranking?
Tokeneke Elementary School is ranked #19 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Tokeneke Elementary School often compared to?
Tokeneke Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Royle Elementary School, Ox Ridge Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
84% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Tokeneke Elementary School?
428 students attend Tokeneke Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of Tokeneke Elementary School students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 6% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Hispanic, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Tokeneke Elementary School?
Tokeneke Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Tokeneke Elementary School offer ?
Tokeneke Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Tokeneke Elementary School part of?
Tokeneke Elementary School is part of Darien School District.
School Reviews
5 6/16/2008
A wonderful school, marvellous memories of teachers, all staff, buildings, meals, playgrounds. I attended from 1966 to 1972: Mr. Ralph Perschino was principal; Mr. Lyons vice principal. My name: Claire O'Meara
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