Eli Terry School serves 473 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
Eli Terry School placed in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 52% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 56% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2023-24)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 473 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 52% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 56% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eli Terry School's student population of 473 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has grown by 17% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
473 students

Gender %

Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers

Students by Grade

School Rankings
Eli Terry School is ranked within the top 50% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data) for the 2020-21 school year.
The diversity score of Eli Terry School is 0.63, 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
#360 out of 940 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)

Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
52%
39%

Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
56%
51%

Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1

American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
20%
5%

Hispanic
13%
29%

Black
6%
13%

White
56%
49%

Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
4%

All Ethnic Groups



Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
34%

Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%

School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eli Terry School's ranking?
Eli Terry School is ranked #360 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Eli Terry School often compared to?
Eli Terry Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orchard Hill School, Pleasant Valley School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
52% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 56% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Eli Terry School?
473 students attend Eli Terry School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Eli Terry School students are White, 20% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eli Terry School?
Eli Terry School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Eli Terry School offer ?
Eli Terry School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Eli Terry School part of?
Eli Terry School is part of South Windsor School District.
School Calendar
View the Eli Terry School yearly calendar below. Note key dates such as:
Event
Date
Schools Closed - December Break
December 26, 2023 (Tuesday)
Schools Closed - February Break
February 16, 2024 (Friday)
Schools Closed - Professional Development for Staff
March 12, 2024 (Tuesday)
Schools Closed - Spring Break
April 08, 2024 (Monday)
Projected Last Day of School
June 11, 2024 (Tuesday)
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