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Edgar H. Parkman School

Elementary School · Enfield School District

165 Weymouth Rd., Enfield, CT 06082

Enrollment

253

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

5.5

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#644 of 990

In Enfield

#5 of 9

public schools

In district

#5 of 8

Enfield School District

School environment

8.2 / 10

Excellent

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Edgar H. Parkman School

5.5/10

Elementary School in Enfield · grades 3rd – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Edgar H. Parkman School

Edgar H. Parkman School is a public elementary school in Enfield, CT, part of Enfield School District. Edgar H.

Parkman School serves approximately 253 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Edgar H. Parkman School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10 and ranks #644 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Edgar H. Parkman School show 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.7 pts below district
  • This school 5.5 · Average
  • District avg 7.2
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress4.1Below Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data14
Annual Change-3.96 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency41% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency46% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency44% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)44% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile45th
Resources & Environment8.2Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,774
Chronic Absenteeism9.1%

Edgar H. Parkman School — Students at Edgar H. Parkman School score 44% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 44%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

46.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 60.6% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 59.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 28 test records from CT state assessments. About our data

Proficiency Trend

↓ Declining

Average proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.

2009
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
94%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
93%
ELA
83%
2013
Math
75%
ELA
24.5%
2014
Math
37%
ELA
51%
2015
Math
45%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
48%
ELA
56%
2017
Math
44%
ELA
57%
2018
Math
56%
ELA
60%
2019
Math
56%
ELA
60%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
45%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
45%
2022
Math
41%
ELA
46%

* COVID-affected year — test participation was uneven nationwide. This data is weighted at 50% in the Growth score calculation.

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 4.1/10.

How Edgar H. Parkman School Compares

See how Edgar H. Parkman School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
5.5/10
35th percentile in CT
Academic
6.1/10
Average
Growth
4.1/10
Below Average
Environment
8.2/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
46%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
24 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.1%

Location

165 Weymouth Rd., Enfield, CT 06082

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Edgar H. Parkman School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hazardville Memorial School (rated 9.5/10, 3.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Enfield Street School (rated 9.4/10, 2.2 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Henry Barnard School (rated 9.3/10, 3.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Enfield, see our Enfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.2 mi
School Distance Rating
John F. Kennedy Middle School Enfield 0.6 mi 3.8
Academy of Computer Science and Engineering Enfield 1.5 mi 4.8
East Windsor Middle School Broad Brook 2.2 mi 5.6
Enfield Street School Enfield 2.2 mi 9.4
Eli Whitney School Enfield 2.5 mi 5.4
Enfield High School Enfield 2.5 mi 6.2
Broad Brook Elementary School East Windsor 2.9 mi 6.5
ST BERNARD SCHOOL Enfield 3.0 mi 4.3
Hazardville Memorial School Enfield 3.4 mi 9.5
Henry Barnard School Enfield 3.8 mi 9.3
East Windsor High School East Windsor 3.9 mi 5.5
Windsor Locks Middle School Windsor Locks 3.5 mi 5.5
Prudence Crandall School Enfield 4.7 mi 4.2
South Elementary School Windsor Locks 4.1 mi 7.1
Windsor Locks High School Windsor Locks 4.2 mi 5.5
North Street School Windsor Locks 4.1 mi 7.9
WILLIE ROSS SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Longmeadow 5.7 mi 7.4
Eli Terry School South Windsor 5.9 mi 7.3
SUFFIELD ACADEMY Suffield 4.8 mi 7.2
Wolf Swamp Road Longmeadow 6.2 mi 8.0

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06082 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$91,141

Median Home Value

$239,800

Median Rent

$1,481/mo

Population

41,100

College Educated

30.6%

Homeownership

76.2%

Avg Commute

24.3 min

Poverty Rate

8%

Median Age

41.9

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Edgar H. Parkman School

What grades does Edgar H. Parkman School serve?

Edgar H. Parkman School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Edgar H. Parkman School?

Edgar H. Parkman School has an enrollment of approximately 253 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Edgar H. Parkman School?

The student-teacher ratio at Edgar H. Parkman School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Edgar H. Parkman School rank in CT?

Edgar H. Parkman School ranks #644 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Edgar H. Parkman School's MySchoolScout rating?

Edgar H. Parkman School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.5 out of 10. This score combines the level-appropriate components shown in the rating breakdown; equity data is shown separately for context.

What are the test scores at Edgar H. Parkman School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Edgar H. Parkman School has 61% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 60% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Edgar H. Parkman School a charter school?

No, Edgar H. Parkman School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Edgar H. Parkman School a Title I school?

No, Edgar H. Parkman School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Edgar H. Parkman School?

46.2% of students at Edgar H. Parkman 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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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
30 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
253
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
24
Free/Reduced Lunch
46.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 1
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.1%

District

Enfield School District
District Enrollment
4,826
Schools in District
8
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,774
District Rank
#5 of 8

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