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#553 of 990 schools in CT
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A. Ward Spaulding School
Elementary School · Suffield School District
945 Mountain Rd., Suffield, CT 06078
Estimated academic score. This school does not have standardized test data. Based on CT statewide data. Learn more
Enrollment
461
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
461
Student-Teacher
13.2:1
Score
6.1
Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#553 of 990
In Suffield
#2 of 3
public schools
In district
#3 of 4
Suffield School District
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A. Ward Spaulding School
Elementary School in Suffield · grades Pre-K – 2nd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About A. Ward Spaulding School
A. Ward Spaulding School is a public elementary school in Suffield, CT, part of Suffield School District. A.
Ward Spaulding School serves approximately 461 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 13.2:1 student-teacher ratio. A. Ward Spaulding School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10 and ranks #553 of 990 schools in CT.
Based on limited data: 40% component coverage.
- This school 6.1 · Average
- District avg 6.1
- CT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
A. Ward Spaulding School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.
Score Breakdown
Partial Profile · 2/3 metricsRequires 2+ years of test data
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Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16.3%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Component weights adjusted due to data availability.
Test Scores
Test score data not yet available for this school.
How A. Ward Spaulding School Compares
See how A. Ward Spaulding School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
945 Mountain Rd., Suffield, CT 06078
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering A. Ward Spaulding School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Poquonock Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 5.6 miles away, in nearby Windsor), which scores notably higher. Another option is Allgrove School (rated 9.5/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby East Granby), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Enfield Street School (rated 9.4/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Enfield), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Suffield, see our Suffield schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 6.4 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Suffield High School West Suffield | 0.4 mi | 6.8 |
| Suffield Middle School Suffield | 1.2 mi | 7.0 |
| McAlister Intermediate School Suffield | 1.4 mi | 6.1 |
| SUFFIELD ACADEMY Suffield | 1.9 mi | 7.2 |
| Allgrove School East Granby | 3.7 mi | 9.5 |
| North Street School Windsor Locks | 3.8 mi | 7.9 |
| East Granby High School East Granby | 4.2 mi | 7.5 |
| East Granby Middle School East Granby | 4.2 mi | 6.9 |
| Windsor Locks High School Windsor Locks | 4.9 mi | 5.5 |
| Windsor Locks Middle School Windsor Locks | 4.8 mi | 5.5 |
| Agawam Junior High Feeding Hills | 5.5 mi | 4.4 |
| Poquonock Elementary School Windsor | 5.6 mi | 9.7 |
| Clifford M Granger Feeding Hills | 5.6 mi | 4.7 |
| South Elementary School Windsor Locks | 5.2 mi | 7.1 |
| James Clark School Agawam | 5.1 mi | 4.4 |
| ST BERNARD SCHOOL Enfield | 4.5 mi | 4.3 |
| Enfield High School Enfield | 4.6 mi | 6.2 |
| Enfield Street School Enfield | 4.8 mi | 9.4 |
| Academy of Computer Science and Engineering Enfield | 5.1 mi | 4.8 |
| Academy of Aerospace and Engineering Windsor | 6.4 mi | 4.6 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06078 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$120,345
Median Home Value
$415,400
Median Rent
$1,425/mo
Population
10,751
College Educated
44.8%
Homeownership
84.3%
Avg Commute
27.3 min
Poverty Rate
3.9%
Median Age
46.7
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Beecher School New Haven, CT | 6.1 |
| Brookside Elementary School Norwalk, CT | 6.1 |
| McAlister Intermediate School Suffield, CT | 6.1 |
| Quaker Farms School Oxford, CT | 6.1 |
| Anna Reynolds School Newington, CT | 6.0 |
| Hallen School Bridgeport, CT | 6.0 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about A. Ward Spaulding School
What grades does A. Ward Spaulding School serve?
A. Ward Spaulding School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.
How many students attend A. Ward Spaulding School?
A. Ward Spaulding School has an enrollment of approximately 461 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at A. Ward Spaulding School?
The student-teacher ratio at A. Ward Spaulding School is 13.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does A. Ward Spaulding School rank in CT?
A. Ward Spaulding School ranks #553 of 990 schools in CT.
What is A. Ward Spaulding School's MySchoolScout rating?
A. Ward Spaulding School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.1 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.
Is A. Ward Spaulding School a charter school?
No, A. Ward Spaulding School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is A. Ward Spaulding School a Title I school?
No, A. Ward Spaulding School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for A. Ward Spaulding School?
16.3% of students at A. Ward Spaulding School qualify for free or reduced-price lunch. This is a commonly used indicator of economic need and provides important context when interpreting test scores.
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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 2nd
- Enrollment
- 461
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 13.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 35
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Rural
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 1
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 10.0%
- Phone
- (860) 668-3826
Resources & Links
District
Suffield School District- District Enrollment
- 2,038
- Schools in District
- 4
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $22,304
- District Rank
- #3 of 4
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