Serving 647 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, Windermere School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 68% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 70% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic and Black).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 647 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 68% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 70% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Windermere School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Windermere School's student population of 647 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 49 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
647 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
49 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Windermere School ranks within the top 20% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Windermere School is 0.61, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#141 out of 940 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
68%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
70%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
25%
5%
Hispanic
9%
29%
Black
5%
13%
White
57%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
2%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Windermere School's ranking?
Windermere School is ranked #141 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Windermere School often compared to?
Windermere Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Crystal Lake School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
68% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 70% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Windermere School?
647 students attend Windermere School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of Windermere School students are White, 25% of students are Asian, 9% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Windermere School?
Windermere School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Windermere School offer ?
Windermere School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Windermere School part of?
Windermere School is part of Ellington School District.
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