Summary:
The city of Old Greenwich, Connecticut is home to a single standout elementary school, the Old Greenwich School, which serves grades PK-5 and has a total enrollment of 406 students. This school is part of the Greenwich School District, which is ranked 32nd out of 158 districts in the state and has a 4-star rating from SchoolDigger.
Old Greenwich School is a high-performing institution, consistently ranking among the top elementary schools in Connecticut over the past few years, placing in the top 5% statewide. The school's students outperform the district and state averages on standardized tests, with 89.1% of 4th and 5th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts, compared to 78.7% for the district and 49.4% for the state. The school also has a relatively homogeneous student population, with 82.02% of students identifying as White, and only 1.72% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch, indicating a relatively affluent student body.
While Old Greenwich School's exceptional academic performance and high per-student spending of $33,050 suggest that it is providing an excellent education, the school's demographic composition raises questions about equity and access. Further analysis would be needed to understand the factors contributing to the school's success and to ensure that it is providing an inclusive and welcoming environment for all students, regardless of their socioeconomic or racial background.
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