Serving 336 students in grades 3-5, Eli Whitney School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 28% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 32% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 336 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 32%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 28% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eli Whitney School's student population of 336 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
336 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Eli Whitney School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eli Whitney School is 0.49, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#612 out of 940 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
28%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
21%
29%
Black
6%
13%
White
68%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
40%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eli Whitney School's ranking?
Eli Whitney School is ranked #612 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
28% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Eli Whitney School?
336 students attend Eli Whitney School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
68% of Eli Whitney School students are White, 21% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eli Whitney School?
Eli Whitney School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Eli Whitney School offer ?
Eli Whitney School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Eli Whitney School part of?
Eli Whitney School is part of Enfield School District.
In what neighborhood is Eli Whitney School located?
Eli Whitney School is located in the Hazardville neighborhood of Enfield, CT.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
* Last Day - Subject to change w/ Snow days
June 10, 2024 (Monday)
Thanksgiving Break - NS
November 28, 2024 (Thursday)
Spring Break - NS
April 08, 2025 (Tuesday)
* Last Day - Subject to change w/ Snow days
June 10, 2025 (Tuesday)
Thanksgiving Break - NS
November 27, 2025 (Thursday)
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