Overview

West School is a public school in New Canaan, CT, offering a Gifted & Talented program and Project Lead The Way curriculum. It is one of 4 elementary schools in New Canaan School District.

School Rating

West School is performing above average compared to public and charter schools in Connecticut with the same grade levels.
9/10
GreatSchools Rating

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ACADEMICS

Test Scores

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Courses & Programs

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Students With Disabilities

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STUDENT LIFE

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Teachers & Staff

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About the School

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Neighborhood

769 Ponus Ridge Road
New Canaan, CT 06840
School leader: Jan Murphy
(203) 594-4410
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