Serving 483 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Latimer Lane School ranks in the top 5% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 78% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 82% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 15:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 29% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 483 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 15:1
- Minority Enrollment: 29%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 5% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 82% (Top 5%)
- Science Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Latimer Lane School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Latimer Lane School's student population of 483 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
483 students
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Latimer Lane School ranks within the top 5% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Latimer Lane School is 0.48, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#36 out of 939 schools
(Top 5%)
(Top 5%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
82%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
15:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
9%
32%
Black
6%
12%
White
71%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)8.3%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
13%
38%
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 Latimer Lane School's ranking?
Latimer Lane School is ranked #36 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 5% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Latimer Lane School often compared to?
Latimer Lane Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Central School, Tootin' Hills School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
78% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 82% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Latimer Lane School?
483 students attend Latimer Lane School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
71% of Latimer Lane School students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 9% 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 Latimer Lane School?
Latimer Lane School has a student ration of 15:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Latimer Lane School offer ?
Latimer Lane School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Latimer Lane School part of?
Latimer Lane School is part of Simsbury School District.
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