Serving 257 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Thomas W. Mahan School ranks in the top 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 45-49% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 50-54% (which is approximately equal to the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 70% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 257 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 70%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 45-49% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 30-39% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Thomas W. Mahan School serves the southwest part of Norwich, CT, covering an area of approximately 3.5 square miles. Families in this zone can typically expect a drive of 5-10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being 1.9 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
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Attribute
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School Overview
Thomas W. Mahan School's student population of 257 students has grown by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has grown by 21% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
257 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
School Rankings
Thomas W. Mahan School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Thomas W. Mahan School is 0.76, 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.
Overall Testing Rank
#446 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
30-39%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 39-year historical data
Asian
19%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hispanic
32%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Black
12%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
White
30%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 15-year historical data
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 38-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
60%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 34-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
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 Thomas W. Mahan School's ranking?
Thomas W. Mahan School is ranked #446 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Thomas W. Mahan School often compared to?
Thomas W. Mahan Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Moriarty Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
45-49% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 50-54% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Thomas W. Mahan School?
257 students attend Thomas W. Mahan School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
32% of Thomas W. Mahan School students are Hispanic, 30% of students are White, 19% of students are Asian, 12% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Thomas W. Mahan School?
Thomas W. Mahan School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Thomas W. Mahan School offer ?
Thomas W. Mahan School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Thomas W. Mahan School part of?
Thomas W. Mahan School is part of Norwich School District.
In what neighborhood is Thomas W. Mahan School located?
Thomas W. Mahan School is located in the Westside Norwich neighborhood of Norwich, CT. There are 4 other public schools located in Westside Norwich.
School Calendar
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Date
Thanksgiving Break-District Closed
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break-District Closed
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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