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#569 of 990 schools in CT
Natchaug School
Elementary School · Windham School District
123 Jackson St., Willimantic, CT 06226
Enrollment
254
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
254
Student-Teacher
10.6:1
Score
6.0
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#569 of 990
In Willimantic
#1 of 6
public schools
In district
#2 of 7
Windham School District
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Natchaug School
Elementary School in Willimantic · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Natchaug School
Natchaug School is a public elementary school in Willimantic, CT, part of Windham School District. Natchaug School serves approximately 254 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.6:1 student-teacher ratio. Natchaug School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #569 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for Natchaug School show 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 6.0 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- CT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
36% of students at Natchaug School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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Natchaug School — Students at Natchaug School score 22% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 21%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
77.2%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from CT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 6.9/10.
How Natchaug School Compares
See how Natchaug School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
123 Jackson St., Willimantic, CT 06226
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Natchaug School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lebanon Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 5.1 miles away, in nearby Lebanon), which scores notably higher. Another option is George Hersey Robertson School (rated 8.5/10, 6.2 miles away, in nearby Coventry), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Charles H. Barrows STEM Academy (rated 8.4/10, 1.6 miles away, in nearby North Windham), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Willimantic, see our Willimantic schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Arts at the Capitol Theater Magnet School (ACT) Willimantic | 0.5 mi | 5.5 |
| Windham High School Willimantic | 0.8 mi | 4.2 |
| Windham Technical High School Willimantic | 0.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Windham Middle School Willimantic | 1.3 mi | 5.4 |
| W. B. Sweeney School Willimantic | 1.4 mi | 4.6 |
| Charles H. Barrows STEM Academy North Windham | 1.6 mi | 8.4 |
| OAK GROVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mansfield | 1.8 mi | 6.9 |
| Windham Center School Windham | 2.5 mi | 5.4 |
| MT HOPE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mansfield Center | 3.2 mi | — |
| North Windham School North Windham | 3.2 mi | 4.3 |
| Mansfield Middle School Storrs | 4.6 mi | 8.7 |
| Lebanon Elementary School Lebanon | 5.1 mi | 8.5 |
| Lebanon Middle School Lebanon | 6.3 mi | 7.1 |
| Horace W. Porter School Columbia | 4.9 mi | 5.2 |
| Chaplin Elementary School Chaplin | 6.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Lyman Memorial High School Lebanon | 6.5 mi | 6.4 |
| E. O. Smith High School Storrs | 6.5 mi | 7.2 |
| Parish Hill High School Chaplin | 5.9 mi | 6.1 |
| George Hersey Robertson School Coventry | 6.2 mi | 8.5 |
| Franklin Elementary School North Franklin | 7.1 mi | 6.2 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06226 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,103
Median Home Value
$181,100
Median Rent
$1,084/mo
Population
19,068
College Educated
21.7%
Homeownership
34.8%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
25.9%
Median Age
32.1
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| Shepherd Glen School Hamden, CT | 6.0 |
| A.B. Skane Center Bridgeport, CT | 5.9 |
| Ashford School Ashford, CT | 5.9 |
| CORPUS CHRISTI SCHOOL Wethersfield, CT | 5.9 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Natchaug School
What grades does Natchaug School serve?
Natchaug School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Natchaug School?
Natchaug School has an enrollment of approximately 254 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Natchaug School?
The student-teacher ratio at Natchaug School is 10.6:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Natchaug School rank in CT?
Natchaug School ranks #569 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Natchaug School's MySchoolScout rating?
Natchaug School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 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 Natchaug School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Natchaug School has 32% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 32% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Natchaug School a charter school?
No, Natchaug School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Natchaug School a Title I school?
No, Natchaug School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Natchaug School?
77.2% of students at Natchaug 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 254
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.6:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 77.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 8
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 35.8%
- Phone
- (860) 465-2380
Resources & Links
District
Windham School District- District Enrollment
- 3,226
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,646
- District Rank
- #2 of 7
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