Serving 232 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Uncas Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 20-24% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than 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 86% 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: 232 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 86%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Uncas Network School serves the southern part of Norwich, CT, covering an area of approximately 1.2 square miles. Most families within the attendance zone are typically a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest edge about 2.7 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Uncas Elementary School's student population of 232 students has declined by 7% over five school years.
The teacher population of 22 teachers has grown by 29% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
232 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
22 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Uncas 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 Uncas Elementary School is 0.68, which is equal to the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#791 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
48%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
25%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
14%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hawaiian
1%
n/a
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.7%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
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 Uncas Elementary School's ranking?
Uncas Elementary School is ranked #791 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?
20-24% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Uncas Elementary School?
232 students attend Uncas Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Uncas Elementary School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are Black, 14% of students are White, 10% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Hawaiian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Uncas Elementary School?
Uncas Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Uncas Elementary School offer ?
Uncas Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Uncas Elementary School part of?
Uncas Elementary School is part of Norwich School District.
In what neighborhood is Uncas Elementary School located?
Uncas Elementary 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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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break-District Closed
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break-District Closed
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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