Serving 197 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Wequonnoc Magnet 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 20-24% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 197 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 11-19% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Wequonnoc Magnet School's attendance zone encompasses the entire district in Taftville, CT, covering approximately 29.4 square miles. Families can expect a typical drive of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the average distance from the school to the zone's edge being 4.4 miles and the furthest edge located 6.1 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Wequonnoc Magnet School's student population of 197 students has declined by 27% over five school years.
The teacher population of 19 teachers has declined by 24% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
197 students
Total Classroom Teachers
19 teachers
School Rankings
Wequonnoc Magnet 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 Wequonnoc Magnet School is 0.69, 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
#768 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
11-19%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Hispanic
46%
32%
Black
22%
12%
White
22%
46%
Two or more races
9%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)27.9%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
74%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
11%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Wequonnoc Magnet School's ranking?
Wequonnoc Magnet School is ranked #768 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 20-24% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Wequonnoc Magnet School?
197 students attend Wequonnoc Magnet School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Wequonnoc Magnet School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are Black, 22% of students are White, 9% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Wequonnoc Magnet School?
Wequonnoc Magnet School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Wequonnoc Magnet School offer ?
Wequonnoc Magnet School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Wequonnoc Magnet School part of?
Wequonnoc Magnet School is part of Norwich School District.
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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