Serving 475 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Philip R. Smith School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 73% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 74% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 45% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 475 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 45%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 73% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 74% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-74% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Philip R. Smith School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Philip R. Smith School's student population of 475 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 39 teachers has grown by 50% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
475 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
39 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Philip R. Smith 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 Philip R. Smith School is 0.63, 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
#103 out of 942 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
73%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
74%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-74%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
23%
5%
Hispanic
11%
31%
Black
5%
12%
White
55%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
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 Philip R. Smith School's ranking?
Philip R. Smith School is ranked #103 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Philip R. Smith School often compared to?
Philip R. Smith Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orchard Hill School, Eli Terry School, Pleasant Valley School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
73% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 74% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Philip R. Smith School?
475 students attend Philip R. Smith School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Philip R. Smith School students are White, 23% of students are Asian, 11% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Philip R. Smith School?
Philip R. Smith School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Philip R. Smith School offer ?
Philip R. Smith School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Philip R. Smith School part of?
Philip R. Smith School is part of South Windsor School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Schools Closed - Eid-al-Fitr
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
Schools Closed - Spring Break
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
Projected Last Day of School
June 13, 2025 (Friday)
District - First Day of School
August 27, 2025 (Wednesday)
Schools Closed - Rosh Hashanah
September 23, 2025 (Tuesday)
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