Serving 285 students in grades 3-5, South Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 42% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 285 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 42%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: South Elementary School's attendance zone encompasses the entire Windsor Locks school district, covering approximately 9.4 square miles, with most students living within a typical 5-10 minute drive to the school, and the furthest edge being about 3.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Elementary School's student population of 285 students has declined by 13% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has declined by 13% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
285 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Rankings
South Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Elementary School is 0.61, 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
#507 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
19%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 37-year historical data available below ↓
Black
12%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
58%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)17.2%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
45%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Elementary School's ranking?
South Elementary School is ranked #507 out of 939 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?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend South Elementary School?
285 students attend South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
58% of South Elementary School students are White, 19% of students are Hispanic, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Elementary School?
South Elementary School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does South Elementary School offer ?
South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Elementary School part of?
South Elementary School is part of Windsor Locks School District.
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