Natchaug Elementary School is a public elementary school in Willimantic, Connecticut, United States. The school opened in 1865 at the junction of Milk Street and Jackson Street, in downtown Willimantic. It is part of the Windham Public School system and one of four elementary schools and a K-8 STEM magnet school.
Serving 234 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Natchaug 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 25-29% (which is lower 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 89% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 234 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 89%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Natchaug School serves the west part of Willimantic, CT, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles, with most students living within a 5-10 minute drive from the school and the furthest edges reaching up to 1.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Natchaug School's student population of 234 students has declined by 18% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
234 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Year Founded
1865
School Calendar
School Rankings
Natchaug School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Natchaug School is 0.35, 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
#773 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2013–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
80%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
5%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
11%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)38.9%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
68%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue, Green
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Natchaug School's ranking?
Natchaug School is ranked #773 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Natchaug School often compared to?
Natchaug Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like W. B. Sweeney School, Charles H. Barrows Stem Academy by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 25-29% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Natchaug School?
234 students attend Natchaug School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Natchaug School students are Hispanic, 11% of students are White, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Asian, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Natchaug School?
Natchaug School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Natchaug School offer ?
Natchaug School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Natchaug School part of?
Natchaug School is part of Windham School District.
School Reviews
2 10/10/2025
They are a horrible school, with a very poor special education program. I would not suggest moving anywhere near this school as the surrounding areas are bad.
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