Serving 292 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Oswegatchie Elementary School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher 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 28% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 292 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 28%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-59% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Oswegatchie Elementary School serves the west part of Waterford, CT, covering an area of approximately 13.8 square miles. Families typically experience a 5-10 minute drive to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone being about 4.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Oswegatchie Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Oswegatchie Elementary School's student population of 292 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 30 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
292 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
30 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Calendar
School Rankings
Oswegatchie Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Oswegatchie Elementary School is 0.45, 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
#245 out of 939 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-59%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 36-year historical data
Hispanic
19%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
1%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
72%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Two or more races
3%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 14-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.6%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
24%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 27-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Oswegatchie Elementary School's ranking?
Oswegatchie Elementary School is ranked #245 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Oswegatchie Elementary School often compared to?
Oswegatchie Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Lillie B. Haynes School, Great Neck Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Oswegatchie Elementary School?
292 students attend Oswegatchie Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
72% of Oswegatchie Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 3% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Oswegatchie Elementary School?
Oswegatchie Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Oswegatchie Elementary School offer ?
Oswegatchie Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Oswegatchie Elementary School part of?
Oswegatchie Elementary School is part of Waterford School District.
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