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#156 of 990 schools in CT

Top 16% in state

Oliver Ellsworth School

Elementary School · Windsor School District

730 Kennedy Ave., Windsor, CT 06095

Enrollment

411

Student-Teacher

10.8:1

Score

8.5

Grades

Pre-K – 2nd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#156 of 990

In Windsor

#2 of 7

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

Windsor School District

Academic performance

9.8 / 10

Excellent

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8.5/10

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About Oliver Ellsworth School

Oliver Ellsworth School is a public elementary school in Windsor, CT, part of Windsor School District. Oliver Ellsworth School serves approximately 411 students, and covers grades Pre-K-2nd, and has a 10.8:1 student-teacher ratio. Oliver Ellsworth School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 out of 10 and ranks #156 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Oliver Ellsworth School show 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2011) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2011).

How it compares0.6 pts above district
  • This school 8.5 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.9
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.2Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data3
Annual Change-2.25 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2011
TrendDeclining
Academics9.8Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency85% (2011 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency77% (2011 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency81% (2011 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)43% (model expectation from 2011 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+37.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile97th
Resources & Environment7.5Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.8:1
Per-Pupil Spending$27,872
Chronic Absenteeism21.7%

Oliver Ellsworth School — Students at Oliver Ellsworth School score 81% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 43%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

47.7%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2010-11)

Math Proficiency 86.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2011)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 79.3% (multi-year average, 2009-2011)
School
State
N/A

Based on 6 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
88%
ELA
83%
2010
Math
87%
ELA
78%
2011
Math
85%
ELA
77%

Source: EdFacts (NCES) and state assessment data. Growth score: 8.2/10.

How Oliver Ellsworth School Compares

See how Oliver Ellsworth School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.5/10
84th percentile in CT
Academic
9.8/10
Excellent
Growth
8.2/10
Excellent
Environment
7.5/10
Very Good

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
48%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
38 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
21.7%

Location

730 Kennedy Ave., Windsor, CT 06095

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Oliver Ellsworth School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Poquonock Elementary School (rated 9.7/10, 2.5 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pleasant Valley School (rated 8.2/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby South Windsor), with a comparable rating. Additionally, North Street School (rated 7.9/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Windsor Locks), with a comparable rating. For more schools in Windsor, see our Windsor schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.7 mi
School Distance Rating
PRAISE POWER & PRAYER CHRISTIAN SCHOOL Windsor 1.0 mi 6.0
Academy of Aerospace and Engineering Windsor 1.1 mi 4.6
WINDSOR MONTESSORI SCHOOL Windsor 1.7 mi
ST GABRIEL SCHOOL Windsor 2.2 mi 6.7
East Windsor High School East Windsor 1.9 mi 5.5
South Elementary School Windsor Locks 2.5 mi 7.1
Windsor Locks High School Windsor Locks 2.7 mi 5.5
THE LOOMIS CHAFFEE SCHOOL Windsor 2.8 mi 8.3
Windsor High School Windsor 2.8 mi 5.5
Poquonock Elementary School Windsor 2.5 mi 9.7
Sage Park Middle School Windsor 3.0 mi 4.9
Windsor Locks Middle School Windsor Locks 3.2 mi 5.5
North Street School Windsor Locks 3.8 mi 7.9
Clover Street School Windsor 3.7 mi 6.8
John F. Kennedy School Windsor 3.6 mi 6.5
Academy of Computer Science and Engineering Enfield 5.0 mi 4.8
Pleasant Valley School South Windsor 5.4 mi 8.2
Academy of International Studies Elementary School South Windsor 5.8 mi 4.2
Academy of International Studies 6-12 Bloomfield 4.6 mi 5.2
Eli Terry School South Windsor 4.7 mi 7.3

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06095 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$107,548

Median Home Value

$283,800

Median Rent

$1,587/mo

Population

29,367

College Educated

43.9%

Homeownership

81.9%

Avg Commute

21.9 min

Poverty Rate

5.2%

Median Age

42.7

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Edith E. Mackrille School West Haven, CT 8.5
George Hersey Robertson School Coventry, CT 8.5
Lebanon Elementary School Lebanon, CT 8.5
Middlebrook School Trumbull, CT 8.5
Noah Wallace School Farmington, CT 8.5
North Stonington Elementary School North Stonington, CT 8.5

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Oliver Ellsworth School

What grades does Oliver Ellsworth School serve?

Oliver Ellsworth School serves students in grades Pre-K through 2nd.

How many students attend Oliver Ellsworth School?

Oliver Ellsworth School has an enrollment of approximately 411 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Oliver Ellsworth School?

The student-teacher ratio at Oliver Ellsworth School is 10.8:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Oliver Ellsworth School rank in CT?

Oliver Ellsworth School ranks #156 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Oliver Ellsworth School's MySchoolScout rating?

Oliver Ellsworth School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.5 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 Oliver Ellsworth School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Oliver Ellsworth School has 87% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2011) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2011).

Is Oliver Ellsworth School a charter school?

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

Is Oliver Ellsworth School a Title I school?

No, Oliver Ellsworth School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Oliver Ellsworth School?

47.7% of students at Oliver Ellsworth 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
3 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
20 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 2nd
Enrollment
411
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.8:1
Teachers (FTE)
38
Free/Reduced Lunch
47.7%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 1
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
21.7%

District

Windsor School District
District Enrollment
3,342
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$27,872
District Rank
#2 of 6

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