South Norwalk Elementary School serves 179 students in grades Prekindergarten-5.
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 179 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
South Norwalk Elementary School's student population of 179 students has grown by 171% over five school years.
The teacher population of 16 teachers has grown by 128% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
Total Students
179 students
Total Classroom Teachers
16 teachers
School Rankings
The diversity score of South Norwalk Elementary School is 0.37, 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.
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
78%
32%
Black
15%
12%
White
2%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)14%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
65%
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
How many students attend South Norwalk Elementary School?
179 students attend South Norwalk Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
78% of South Norwalk Elementary School students are Hispanic, 15% of students are Black, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of South Norwalk Elementary School?
South Norwalk Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does South Norwalk Elementary School offer ?
South Norwalk Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5
What school district is South Norwalk Elementary School part of?
South Norwalk Elementary School is part of Norwalk School District.
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