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 254 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 40%). 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 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 254 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- 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%)
- 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:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Community Size
Student Attention
School Overview
Natchaug School's student population of 254 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 24 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
254 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
24 teachers
Year Founded
1865
Colors
Blue, Green
School Calendar
School Rankings
Natchaug School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Natchaug School is 0.41, 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
#765 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
75%
31%
Black
6%
12%
White
15%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Natchaug School's ranking?
Natchaug School is ranked #765 out of 942 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 40% 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?
254 students attend Natchaug School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
75% of Natchaug School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are White, 6% of students are Black, 3% of students are Asian, 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 (Supplemental Virtual).
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.
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