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#215 of 990 schools in CT

Top 22% in state

Latimer Lane School

Elementary School · Simsbury School District

33 Mountain View Rd., Weatogue, CT 06089

Enrollment

468

Student-Teacher

15.1:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 6th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#215 of 990

In district

#4 of 7

Simsbury School District

Academic performance

9.5 / 10

Excellent

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Latimer Lane School

8.1/10

Elementary School in Weatogue · grades Kindergarten – 6th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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6.7/10

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8.6/10

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About Latimer Lane School

Latimer Lane School is a public elementary school in Weatogue, CT, part of Simsbury School District. Latimer Lane School serves approximately 468 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-6th, and has a 15.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Latimer Lane School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #215 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Latimer Lane School show 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 8.0
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.6Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-1.98 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics9.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency76% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency82% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency79% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)68% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+10.8 pts
Adjusted Percentile92th
Resources & Environment4.9Below Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,865
Chronic Absenteeism8.5%

Latimer Lane School — Students at Latimer Lane School score 79% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 68%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

15%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 76.2% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 83.5% (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
97%
ELA
94%
2010
Math
97%
ELA
94%
2011
Math
97%
ELA
95%
2012
Math
96%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
81%
2015
Math
62%
ELA
75%
2016
Math
69%
ELA
78%
2017
Math
62%
ELA
78%
2018
Math
65%
ELA
78%
2019
Math
65%
ELA
78%
2020*
Math
71%
ELA
80%
2021*
Math
71%
ELA
80%
2022
Math
76%
ELA
82%

* 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: 8.6/10.

How Latimer Lane School Compares

See how Latimer Lane School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
78th percentile in CT
Academic
9.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.6/10
Excellent
Environment
4.9/10
Below Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
15%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
31 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
8.5%

Location

33 Mountain View Rd., Weatogue, CT 06089

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Latimer Lane School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Norfeldt School (rated 9.1/10, 4.4 miles away, in nearby West Hartford), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Central School (rated 8.6/10, 3.0 miles away, in nearby Simsbury), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Tootin' Hills School (rated 8.4/10, 2.4 miles away, in nearby West Simsbury), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Weatogue, see our Weatogue schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.9 mi
School Distance Rating
FARMINGTON VALLEY ACADEMY MONTESSORI Avon 1.7 mi 6.7
Simsbury High School Simsbury 2.1 mi 8.6
TALCOTT MOUNTAIN ACADEMY OF SCIENCE MATHEMATICS Avon 2.4 mi 6.1
Reggio Magnet School of the Arts Avon 2.8 mi 3.4
THE WEBB SCHOOL IN THE VALLEY Avon 2.7 mi
Henry James Memorial School Simsbury 3.0 mi 7.9
Tootin' Hills School West Simsbury 2.4 mi 8.4
Central School Simsbury 3.0 mi 8.6
ST MARY'S SCHOOL Simsbury 3.1 mi 5.5
WESTMINSTER SCHOOL Simsbury 3.4 mi 8.1
THE MASTER'S SCHOOL West Simsbury 3.2 mi 7.7
Squadron Line School Simsbury 4.3 mi 7.9
Avon Middle School Avon 4.0 mi 8.2
RENBROOK SCHOOL West Hartford 4.3 mi 7.4
Avon High School Avon 4.5 mi 8.8
Pine Grove School Avon 4.8 mi 7.3
Thompson Brook School Avon 5.0 mi 7.3
Norfeldt School West Hartford 4.4 mi 9.1
FOCUS CENTER FOR AUTISM~FRESH START SCHOOL Canton 4.0 mi
Wintonbury Early Childhood Magnet School Bloomfield 3.9 mi 4.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06089 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$132,794

Median Home Value

$407,300

Median Rent

$2,248/mo

Population

3,548

College Educated

79.4%

Homeownership

48.1%

Avg Commute

28.4 min

Poverty Rate

1.9%

Median Age

39

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Bethany Community School Bethany, CT 8.1
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East Farms School Farmington, CT 8.1
Frenchtown Elementary School Trumbull, CT 8.1
Hopewell School South Glastonbury, CT 8.1
Kathleen E. Goodwin School Old Saybrook, CT 8.1

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Latimer Lane School

What grades does Latimer Lane School serve?

Latimer Lane School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 6th.

How many students attend Latimer Lane School?

Latimer Lane School has an enrollment of approximately 468 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Latimer Lane School?

The student-teacher ratio at Latimer Lane School is 15.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Latimer Lane School rank in CT?

Latimer Lane School ranks #215 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Latimer Lane School's MySchoolScout rating?

Latimer Lane School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Latimer Lane School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Latimer Lane School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 84% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Latimer Lane School a charter school?

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

Is Latimer Lane School a Title I school?

No, Latimer Lane School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Latimer Lane School?

15.0% of students at Latimer Lane 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
16 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
29 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 6th
Enrollment
468
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
31
Free/Reduced Lunch
15.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 1
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
8.5%

District

Simsbury School District
District Enrollment
4,165
Schools in District
7
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,865
District Rank
#4 of 7

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