Serving 1,142 students in grades 6-8, Timothy Edwards School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 62% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 72% (which is higher 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 55% of the student body (majority Asian), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 1,142 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 55%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 62% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 72% (Top 20%)
- Science Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Timothy Edwards School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Timothy Edwards School's student population of 1,142 students has grown by 16% over five school years.
The teacher population of 117 teachers has grown by 36% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
1,142 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
117 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Timothy Edwards 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 Timothy Edwards School is 0.68, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#179 out of 942 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
72%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
33%
5%
Hispanic
10%
30%
Black
7%
12%
White
45%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
12%
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 Timothy Edwards School's ranking?
Timothy Edwards School is ranked #179 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Timothy Edwards School often compared to?
Timothy Edwards Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Capt. Nathan Hale School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
62% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 72% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Timothy Edwards School?
1,142 students attend Timothy Edwards School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
45% of Timothy Edwards School students are White, 33% of students are Asian, 10% of students are Hispanic, 7% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Timothy Edwards School?
Timothy Edwards School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Timothy Edwards School offer ?
Timothy Edwards School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Timothy Edwards School part of?
Timothy Edwards School is part of South Windsor School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Schools Closed - Professional Development for Staff
November 05, 2024 (Tuesday)
Schools Closed - December Break
December 23, 2024 (Monday)
Schools Closed - February Break
February 14, 2025 (Friday)
Schools Closed - Professional Development
March 11, 2025 (Tuesday)
Schools Closed - Eid-al-Fitr
March 31, 2025 (Monday)
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