Oliver Ellsworth School serves 378 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 83%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 77% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 80%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Black), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 378 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Math Proficiency: 85%
- Reading Proficiency: 77%
- Attendance Zone: Oliver Ellsworth School serves the southeast part of Windsor, CT, covering an area of approximately 16.5 square miles. Families within this zone can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to reach the school, with the furthest edge being about 5.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Oliver Ellsworth School's student population of 378 students has declined by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 37 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
378 students
Total Classroom Teachers
37 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Oliver Ellsworth School is 0.74, which is more than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)85%
83%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)77%
80%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
27%
32%
Black
36%
12%
White
23%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.5%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
43%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Oliver Ellsworth School often compared to?
Oliver Ellsworth Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Poquonock Elementary School, Wintonbury Early Childhood Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 83% CT state average), while 77% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 80% CT state average).
How many students attend Oliver Ellsworth School?
378 students attend Oliver Ellsworth School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Oliver Ellsworth School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 4% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oliver Ellsworth School?
Oliver Ellsworth School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Oliver Ellsworth School offer ?
Oliver Ellsworth School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oliver Ellsworth School part of?
Oliver Ellsworth School is part of Windsor School District.
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