Natchaug School

123 Jackson St.
Willimantic, CT 06226
(School attendance zone shown in map)
Rating
2/
10
Bottom 50%
Natchaug School serves 278 students in grades Kindergarten-5.
Natchaug School placed in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 6-9% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 39%) for the 2020-21 school year. The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 20-24% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51%) for the 2020-21 school year.
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 83% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).

Quick Stats (2023-24)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 278 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 83%
  • Overall Testing Rank
    : Bottom 50% in CT
  • Math Proficiency
    : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • Reading Proficiency
    : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education

Top Rankings

Natchaug School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:

School Overview

Natchaug School's student population of 278 students has declined by 11% over five school years.
The teacher population of 26 teachers has declined by 16% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
278 students
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Total Classroom Teachers
26 teachers
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School Rankings

Natchaug School is ranked within the bottom 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 Natchaug School is 0.41, 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.
Definition of Terms 2021-2022 School Year Data
This School
State Level (CT)
Overall Testing Rank
#834 out of 940 schools
(Bottom 50%)
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Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
6-9%
39%
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Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
51%
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Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
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American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
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Hispanic
75%
29%
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Black
7%
13%
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White
17%
49%
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Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
4%
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All Ethnic Groups
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Diversity Score
0.41
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Eligible for Free Lunch
71%
34%
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Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
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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 Natchaug School's ranking?
Natchaug School is ranked #834 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?
6-9% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Natchaug School?
278 students attend Natchaug School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Natchaug School students are Hispanic, 17% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 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 11:1, 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 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Natchaug School part of?
Natchaug School is part of Windham School District.

School Reviews

2   10/13/2008
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.
- Posted by Parent - jbour

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Quick Stats (2023-24)

  • Grades: Kindergarten-5
  • Enrollment: 278 students
  • Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
  • Minority Enrollment: 83%
  • Overall Testing Rank
    : Bottom 50%
  • Math Proficiency
    : 6-9% (Btm 50%)
  • Reading Proficiency
    : 20-24% (Btm 50%)
  • Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education

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