For the 2026-27 school year, there are 3 public elementary schools serving 1,029 students in Willimantic, CT.
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Willimantic, CT are Natchaug School, W. B. Sweeney School and Windham Middle School. Overall testing rank is based on a school's combined math and reading proficiency test score ranking.
Willimantic, CT public elementary schools have an average math proficiency score of 15% (versus the Connecticut public elementary school average of 42%), and reading proficiency score of 21% (versus the 50% statewide average). Elementary schools in Willimantic have an average ranking of 1/10, which is in the bottom 50% of Connecticut public elementary schools.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public elementary school average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Best Public Elementary Schools in Willimantic, CT (2026-27)
School
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
(Math and Reading Proficiency)
Location
Quick Facts
Rank: #11.
Natchaug School
(Math: 15-19% | Reading: 25-29%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
123 Jackson St.
Willimantic, CT 06226
(860) 465-2380
Willimantic, CT 06226
(860) 465-2380
Gr: K-5 | 234 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
Rank: #22.
W. B. Sweeney School
(Math: 20-24% | Reading: 15-19%)
Rank:
Rank:
2/
Bottom 50%10
60 Oak Hill Dr.
Willimantic, CT 06226
(860) 465-2420
Willimantic, CT 06226
(860) 465-2420
Gr: K-5 | 212 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Rank: #33.
Windham Middle School
(Math: 13% | Reading: 20%)
Rank:
Rank:
1/
Bottom 50%10
123 Quarry St.
Willimantic, CT 06226
(860) 465-2351
Willimantic, CT 06226
(860) 465-2351
Gr: 6-8 | 583 students Student-teacher ratio: 10:1 Minority enrollment: 83%
Willimantic, Connecticut Public Schools (Closed)
School
Location
Quick Facts
Adolescent Principal Referred Expulsion Program (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
322 Main Street
Willimantic, CT 06226
(860) 455-1605
Willimantic, CT 06226
(860) 455-1605
355 High Street
Willimantic, CT 06226
(860) 465-2300
Willimantic, CT 06226
(860) 465-2300
Gr: PK | 36 students Minority enrollment: 89%
Leap Alternative High School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
729 Main St
Willimantic, CT 06226
(860) 455-1592
Willimantic, CT 06226
(860) 455-1592
Gr: 9-12 | 8 students Student-teacher ratio: 2:1 Minority enrollment: 75%
832-842 Main Street
Willimantic, CT 06226
(860) 336-4200
Willimantic, CT 06226
(860) 336-4200
Gr: 9-12 | 174 students Student-teacher ratio: 25:1 Minority enrollment: 78%
90 South Park Street
Willimantic, CT 06226
(860) 450-1259
Willimantic, CT 06226
(860) 450-1259
Gr: PK | 30 students Minority enrollment: 87%
Sweeney Medically Fragile Program Elementary School (Closed 2023)
Alternative School
60 Oak Hill Drive
Willimantic, CT 06226
(860) 465-2420
Willimantic, CT 06226
(860) 465-2420
Gr: 1-5 | 3 students
478 Valley Street
Willimantic, CT 06226
(860) 450-7704
Willimantic, CT 06226
(860) 450-7704
Gr: PK | 56 students Student-teacher ratio: 28:1 Minority enrollment: 89%
322 Prospect St.
Willimantic, CT 06226
(860) 465-2627
Willimantic, CT 06226
(860) 465-2627
Gr: PK | 178 students Student-teacher ratio: 12:1 Minority enrollment: 84%
Windham Steps Academy (Closed 2020)
Alternative School
842 Main Street
Willimantic, CT 06226
(860) 465-2502
Willimantic, CT 06226
(860) 465-2502
Gr: 9-12 | 34 students Student-teacher ratio: 11:1 Minority enrollment: 91%
Frequently Asked Questions
What are the top-ranked public elementary schools in Willimantic, CT?
The top-ranked public elementary schools in Willimantic, CT include Natchaug School, W. B. Sweeney School and Windham Middle School.
How many public elementary schools are located in Willimantic?
3 public elementary schools are located in Willimantic.
What is the racial composition of students in Willimantic?
Willimantic public elementary schools minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is more than the Connecticut public elementary schools average of 55% (majority Hispanic).
Which public elementary schools in Willimantic are often viewed compared to one another?
Popular comparisons of public elementary schools in Willimantic include: W. B. Sweeney School vs. Natchaug School, Natchaug School vs. W. B. Sweeney School
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