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Very Good

#338 of 990 schools in CT

Top 34% in state

Eli Terry School

Elementary School · South Windsor School District

569 Griffin Rd., South Windsor, CT 06074

Enrollment

489

Student-Teacher

11.6:1

Score

7.3

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#338 of 990

In South Windsor

#5 of 7

public schools

In district

#5 of 6

South Windsor School District

Academic performance

7.6 / 10

Very Good

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7.3/10

Elementary School in South Windsor · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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About Eli Terry School

Eli Terry School is a public elementary school in South Windsor, CT, part of South Windsor School District. Eli Terry School serves approximately 489 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Eli Terry School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 out of 10 and ranks #338 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Eli Terry School show 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.0 pts below district
  • This school 7.3 · Very Good
  • District avg 8.3
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.3Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.66 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.6Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency65% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency65% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency65% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)66% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-1.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile64th
Resources & Environment6.8Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.6:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,190
Chronic Absenteeism10%

Eli Terry School — Students at Eli Terry School score 65% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 66%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

17.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 73.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 72.9% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A

Based on 26 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
94%
ELA
81%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
82%
2014
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
63%
ELA
70%
2018
Math
66%
ELA
69%
2019
Math
66%
ELA
69%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
56%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
56%
2022
Math
65%
ELA
65%

* 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: 7.3/10.

How Eli Terry School Compares

See how Eli Terry School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.3/10
66th percentile in CT
Academic
7.6/10
Very Good
Growth
7.3/10
Very Good
Environment
6.8/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
17%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
42 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.0%

Location

569 Griffin Rd., South Windsor, CT 06074

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Eli Terry School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Philip R. Smith School (rated 9.0/10, 2.6 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Orchard Hill School (rated 8.5/10, 2.7 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Pleasant Valley School (rated 8.2/10, 4.4 miles away), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in South Windsor, see our South Windsor schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.3 mi
School Distance Rating
South Windsor High School South Windsor 1.5 mi 7.3
Orchard Hill School South Windsor 2.7 mi 8.5
Philip R. Smith School South Windsor 2.6 mi 9.0
Timothy Edwards School South Windsor 3.0 mi 7.4
Broad Brook Elementary School East Windsor 3.2 mi 6.5
Windermere School Ellington 2.7 mi 8.1
East Windsor Middle School Broad Brook 4.0 mi 5.6
Skinner Road School Vernon 3.2 mi 7.5
Pleasant Valley School South Windsor 4.4 mi 8.2
East Windsor High School East Windsor 4.0 mi 5.5
Rockville High School Vernon 3.7 mi 4.8
Keeney School Manchester 4.9 mi 5.5
COMMUNITY CHILD GUIDANCE CLINIC Manchester 4.9 mi 6.5
Academy of International Studies Elementary School South Windsor 4.7 mi 4.2
ST BRIDGET SCHOOL Manchester 5.3 mi 6.3
Waddell School Manchester 5.6 mi 6.6
Odyssey Community School Manchester 5.7 mi 4.8
Howell Cheney Technical High School Manchester 5.8 mi 5.1
THE CORNERSTONE CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Manchester 5.6 mi 6.7
WINDSOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Windsor 4.3 mi

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06074 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$143,025

Median Home Value

$354,500

Median Rent

$1,679/mo

Population

26,820

College Educated

59%

Homeownership

84.4%

Avg Commute

23.5 min

Poverty Rate

4%

Median Age

40.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Eli Terry School

What grades does Eli Terry School serve?

Eli Terry School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Eli Terry School?

Eli Terry School has an enrollment of approximately 489 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Eli Terry School?

The student-teacher ratio at Eli Terry School is 11.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Eli Terry School rank in CT?

Eli Terry School ranks #338 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Eli Terry School's MySchoolScout rating?

Eli Terry School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.3 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 Eli Terry School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Eli Terry School has 74% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 73% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Eli Terry School a charter school?

No, Eli Terry School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is Eli Terry School a Title I school?

No, Eli Terry School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Eli Terry School?

17.4% of students at Eli Terry 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
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
489
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.6:1
Teachers (FTE)
42
Free/Reduced Lunch
17.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 1
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.0%

District

South Windsor School District
District Enrollment
5,022
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$21,190
District Rank
#5 of 6

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