Serving 338 students in grades 3-5, South Elementary School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 47% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Black), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 338 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 47% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
South Elementary School's student population of 338 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
338 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
South Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#466 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
47%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
7%
5%
Hispanic
15%
30%
Black
14%
12%
White
58%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Elementary School's ranking?
South Elementary School is ranked #466 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
47% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend South Elementary School?
338 students attend South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of South Elementary School students are White, 15% of students are Hispanic, 14% of students are Black, 7% of students are Asian, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Elementary School?
South Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does South Elementary School offer ?
South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is South Elementary School part of?
South Elementary School is part of Windsor Locks School District.
School Calendar
View the South Elementary School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 27, 2024 (Wednesday)
Spring Break - No School
April 14, 2025 (Monday)
1/2 Day Early Release - Last Day of School (Tentative)
June 13, 2025 (Friday)
School Reviews
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