Poquonock Elementary School serves 391 students in grades Prekindergarten-2.
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 85-89% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 83%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 75-79% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 80%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to 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 53% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-2
- Enrollment: 391 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Math Proficiency: 85-89%
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Poquonock Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Poquonock Elementary School's student population of 391 students has grown by 17% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has grown by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-2
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
391 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
The diversity score of Poquonock Elementary 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)85-89%
83%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
(11-12)75-79%
80%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
3%
5%
Hispanic
27%
31%
Black
36%
12%
White
23%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
11%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
37%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What schools are Poquonock Elementary School often compared to?
Poquonock Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Oliver Ellsworth School, West Hill School, Myrtle H. Stevens School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
85-89% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 83% CT state average), while 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 80% CT state average).
How many students attend Poquonock Elementary School?
391 students attend Poquonock Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
36% of Poquonock Elementary School students are Black, 27% of students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 11% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Poquonock Elementary School?
Poquonock Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Poquonock Elementary School offer ?
Poquonock Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-2 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Poquonock Elementary School part of?
Poquonock Elementary School is part of Windsor School District.
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