Best Schools in South Windsor, Connecticut
7 schools · 5 Elementary · 1 Middle · 1 High
Choosing a school in South Windsor?
Use this page to compare every school in South Windsor by level, neighborhood, and district — and find the right fit, not just the top of the list.
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Start with these real page-level signals, then use the full table and map below.
Philip R. Smith School
Elementary · South Windsor School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Orchard Hill School
Elementary · South Windsor School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
Timothy Edwards School
Middle · South Windsor School District. Ranked from real test data; compare it on the map and table below.
The short answer
The top-rated schools in South Windsor for 2026 are Philip R. Smith School (8.2/10), Orchard Hill School (7.4/10), and Timothy Edwards School (7.3/10), based on MySchoolScout's analysis of real test data across 7 rated schools. Ratings blend student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment (plus college readiness for high schools), with equity shown as context, not scored; schools with estimated (proxy) scores are excluded from this ranking.
Schools
7
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$354,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
Schools
7
in this city
Avg Score
6.9
out of 10
Median Home
$354,500
home value · ACS
Districts
2
serving the city
STAAR proficiency rose +4.5 points from 2022 to 2024. That's the biggest jump among South Windsor schools across the two most recent comparable testing years.
Top-Rated Schools in South Windsor
Ranked by MySchoolScout composite using only schools with real test data (7 rated schools; 7 schools in the directory). "Value" = points above what student poverty predicts. Estimated (proxy) scores are excluded.
| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Philip R. Smith School | 8.2 / 10 |
| 2 | Orchard Hill School | 7.4 / 10 |
| 3 | Timothy Edwards School | 7.3 / 10 |
| 4 | Academy of International Studies Elementary School | 7.2 / 10 |
| 5 | South Windsor High School | 6.6 / 10 |
| 6 | Pleasant Valley School | 6.2 / 10 |
| 7 | Eli Terry School | 5.6 / 10 |
See every school — including those with estimated data — in the full directory below. How we rate schools.
Family Snapshot
At a glance- Avg school rating
- 6.9/10
- Median household income
- $143,025
- Median home value
- $354,500
- Bachelor's degree or higher
- 59%
- Avg commute
- 24 min
- Owner-occupied homes
- 84%
57% of schools rated 7+
Census ACS, ZIPs in this city
Owner-occupied units
Adults 25+
Workers age 16+
Of occupied housing units
How South Windsor compares
Connecticut rank
#50 of 128
cities by avg. school score
Vs. state average
+0.5
above Connecticut avg (6.4)
Median household income
$143k
131% of Connecticut median
Schools in this city
7
South Windsor School District runs 86% of South Windsor's public schools
South Windsor touches 2 districts, but South Windsor School District is the one most addresses actually attend.
South Windsor School District accounts for 6 of 7 public schools (86%). The other 1 district holds the remaining 1.
Among 7 public schools with real test data, composite scores run from 5.6 to 8.2 — the spread is inside South Windsor, not a citywide average.
- South Windsor School District6 public · 86%
- Capitol Region Education Council1 public · 14%
About Schools in South Windsor, Connecticut
South Windsor, Connecticut is home to 7 schools, including 7 public schools. The city's schools span 5 elementary schools, 1 middle school, and 1 high school.
With an average rating of 6.9 out of 10, schools in South Windsor show moderate performance on the MySchoolScout composite scale. The composite blends student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
The highest-performing school in South Windsor is Philip R. Smith School with a composite score of 8.2/10, demonstrating strong academic outcomes and school quality metrics.
South Windsor is served by 2 school districts: Capitol Region Education Council, South Windsor School District. These districts collectively serve 13,938 students.
South Windsor's community shows 59% bachelor's degree attainment with a median household income of $143,025. The poverty rate in the area is 4.0%.
Browse the schools below to compare ratings, test scores, enrollment, and other key metrics. Use the filters to focus on specific school levels or types that match your family's needs.
Elementary Schools
5 schools| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 475 students · Kindergarten–5th | 8.2 |
| 2 | 641 students · Kindergarten–5th | 7.4 |
| 3 | 486 students · Pre-K–5th | 7.2 |
| 4 | 718 students · Pre-K–5th | 6.2 |
| 5 | 489 students · Kindergarten–5th | 5.6 |
Middle Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,177 students · 6th–8th | 7.3 |
High Schools
1 school| # | School | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | 1,381 students · 9th–12th | 6.6 |
Schools in South Windsor
South Windsor, Connecticut · 7 schools
Community Demographics
Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates across 1 ZIP code
Median Income
$143,025
Median Home Value
$354,500
Median Rent
$1,679/mo
Population
26,820
College Educated
59%
Homeownership
84%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
4.0%
Community Profile
South Windsor has a median household income of $143,025. It is a well-educated community where 59% of adults hold a bachelor's degree or higher. The median home value in the area is $354,500, with a median rent of $1,679/month. The local poverty rate of 4.0% is relatively low. The average commute for residents is 24 minutes. Source: U.S. Census ACS 2022 5-Year Estimates.
Schools by Level
- State
- Connecticut
- Elementary
- 5
- Middle
- 1
- High
- 1
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How we rate schools
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Common questions about schools in South Windsor, Connecticut
How many schools are in South Windsor, Connecticut?
South Windsor has 7 schools, including 7 public and 0 private schools spanning elementary, middle, and high school levels.
What is the average school rating in South Windsor, Connecticut?
The average MySchoolScout composite score for schools in South Windsor is 6.9 out of 10, built from student growth, poverty-adjusted academic achievement, and school environment — plus college readiness for high schools.
What is the top-ranked school in South Windsor, Connecticut?
The top-ranked school in South Windsor on MySchoolScout is Philip R. Smith School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best elementary school in South Windsor, Connecticut?
The top-ranked elementary school in South Windsor on MySchoolScout is Philip R. Smith School with a composite score of 8.2/10.
What is the best middle school in South Windsor, Connecticut?
The top-ranked middle school in South Windsor on MySchoolScout is Timothy Edwards School with a composite score of 7.3/10.
What is the best high school in South Windsor, Connecticut?
The top-ranked high school in South Windsor on MySchoolScout is South Windsor High School with a composite score of 6.6/10.
How many school districts serve South Windsor, Connecticut?
South Windsor is served by 2 school districts: Capitol Region Education Council, South Windsor School District.
What is the education level in South Windsor, Connecticut?
According to Census data, 59% of adults in South Windsor have earned a bachelor's degree or higher.
What is the median income in South Windsor, Connecticut?
The median household income in South Windsor is approximately $143,025 according to Census ACS 2022 estimates.
What is the student-teacher ratio in South Windsor, Connecticut?
The average student-teacher ratio across schools in South Windsor is 12.8:1. This ratio varies by school, so families should check individual school profiles for specific classroom sizes.
How does MySchoolScout rate schools in South Windsor, Connecticut?
MySchoolScout rates schools using publicly available data from the NCES Common Core of Data and state education departments. Each school receives a 1-10 composite score built from Student Growth, Poverty-Adjusted Academic Achievement, and School Environment — plus College Readiness for high schools. Weights vary by school level, and equity data is shown for context but not scored.
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Data from NCES Common Core of Data, Connecticut Dept. of Education, and U.S. Census ACS for the 2023–24 school year. Rankings computed by MySchoolScout. See all data sources.