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Eli Whitney School

Elementary School · Enfield School District

94 Middle Rd., Enfield, CT 06082

Enrollment

329

Student-Teacher

11.3:1

Score

5.4

Grades

3rd – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#663 of 990

In Enfield

#6 of 9

public schools

In district

#6 of 8

Enfield School District

School environment

8.6 / 10

Excellent

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Eli Whitney School

5.4/10

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

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9.5/10

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About Eli Whitney School

Eli Whitney School is a public elementary school in Enfield, CT, part of Enfield School District. Eli Whitney School serves approximately 329 students, and covers grades 3rd-5th, and has a 11.3:1 student-teacher ratio. Eli Whitney School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #663 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Eli Whitney School show 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.8 pts below district
  • This school 5.4 · Average
  • District avg 7.2
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.3Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-4.41 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics6.7Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency44% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)42% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+2.5 pts
Adjusted Percentile52th
Resources & Environment8.6Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,774
Chronic Absenteeism7.3%

Eli Whitney School — Students at Eli Whitney School score 44% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 42%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

49.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 59.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 60.5% (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
96%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
96%
ELA
84%
2011
Math
91%
ELA
82%
2012
Math
91%
ELA
83%
2014
Math
47%
ELA
56%
2015
Math
53%
ELA
66%
2016
Math
50%
ELA
53%
2017
Math
45%
ELA
52%
2018
Math
50%
ELA
52%
2019
Math
50%
ELA
52%
2020*
Math
28%
ELA
39%
2021*
Math
28%
ELA
39%
2022
Math
44%
ELA
45%

* 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: 3.3/10.

How Eli Whitney School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.4/10
33th percentile in CT
Academic
6.7/10
Average
Growth
3.3/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
8.6/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
50%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
29 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
7.3%

Location

94 Middle Rd., Enfield, CT 06082

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Eli Whitney School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hazardville Memorial School (rated 9.5/10, 1.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Enfield Street School (rated 9.4/10, 2.0 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Henry Barnard School (rated 9.3/10, 1.4 miles away), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Enfield, see our Enfield schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.3 mi
School Distance Rating
Hazardville Memorial School Enfield 1.1 mi 9.5
Henry Barnard School Enfield 1.4 mi 9.3
John F. Kennedy Middle School Enfield 1.9 mi 3.8
Prudence Crandall School Enfield 2.3 mi 4.2
Enfield Street School Enfield 2.0 mi 9.4
Edgar H. Parkman School Enfield 2.5 mi 5.5
Enfield High School Enfield 2.1 mi 6.2
ST BERNARD SCHOOL Enfield 2.2 mi 4.3
WILLIE ROSS SCHOOL FOR THE DEAF Longmeadow 3.4 mi 7.4
Wolf Swamp Road Longmeadow 3.7 mi 8.0
Academy of Computer Science and Engineering Enfield 3.3 mi 4.8
Glenbrook Middle Longmeadow 4.1 mi 7.7
East Windsor Middle School Broad Brook 4.3 mi 5.6
Center Longmeadow 4.6 mi 7.8
Williams Middle Longmeadow 4.8 mi 7.0
Longmeadow High Longmeadow 4.9 mi 8.0
Broad Brook Elementary School East Windsor 5.1 mi 6.5
Blueberry Hill Longmeadow 5.2 mi 7.1
ST MARY'S ACADEMY Longmeadow 5.1 mi 5.0
LUBAVITCHER YESHIVA ACADEMY Longmeadow 5.3 mi 5.3

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 Eli Whitney School

What grades does Eli Whitney School serve?

Eli Whitney School serves students in grades 3rd through 5th.

How many students attend Eli Whitney School?

Eli Whitney School has an enrollment of approximately 329 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Eli Whitney School is 11.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Eli Whitney School rank in CT?

Eli Whitney School ranks #663 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Eli Whitney School's MySchoolScout rating?

Eli Whitney School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Whitney School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Eli Whitney School has 59% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 61% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Eli Whitney School a charter school?

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

Is Eli Whitney School a Title I school?

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

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

49.5% of students at Eli Whitney 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
37 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
3rd – 5th
Enrollment
329
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
29
Free/Reduced Lunch
49.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 1
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
7.3%

District

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

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