Oliver Ellsworth School serves 431 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 83%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 80%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 74% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 431 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 74%
- Math Proficiency: 85%
- Reading Proficiency: 77%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oliver Ellsworth School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Oliver Ellsworth School's student population of 431 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 38 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
431 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
38 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Oliver Ellsworth School is 0.76, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)85%
83%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)77%
80%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
25%
30%
Black
31%
12%
White
26%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
12%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Oliver Ellsworth School often compared to?
Oliver Ellsworth Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Poquonock Elementary School, Wintonbury Early Childhood Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 83% CT state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 80% CT state average).
How many students attend Oliver Ellsworth School?
431 students attend Oliver Ellsworth School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
31% of Oliver Ellsworth School students are Black, 26% of students are White, 25% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Two or more races, and 6% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Oliver Ellsworth School?
Oliver Ellsworth School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Oliver Ellsworth School offer ?
Oliver Ellsworth School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Oliver Ellsworth School part of?
Oliver Ellsworth School is part of Windsor School District.
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