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R. E. Thalberg Elementary School

Elementary School · Southington School District

145 Dunham Rd., Southington, CT 06489

Enrollment

428

Student-Teacher

15.3:1

Score

6.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#568 of 990

In Southington

#8 of 8

public schools

In district

#11 of 11

Southington School District

Academic performance

7.3 / 10

Very Good

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R. E. Thalberg Elementary School

6.0/10

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

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About R. E. Thalberg Elementary School

R. E. Thalberg Elementary School is a public elementary school in Southington, CT, part of Southington School District.

R. E. Thalberg Elementary School serves approximately 428 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 15.3:1 student-teacher ratio.

R. E. Thalberg Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.0 out of 10 and ranks #568 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for R. E. Thalberg Elementary School show 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares1.6 pts below district
  • This school 6.0 · Average
  • District avg 7.6
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.0Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.19 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.3Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency63% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency63% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency63% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)65% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-2.0 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment3.9Needs Improvement20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio15.3:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,370
Chronic Absenteeism9.8%

R. E. Thalberg Elementary School — Students at R. E. Thalberg Elementary School score 63% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 65%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

19.2%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 71.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 70.7% (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
98%
ELA
86%
2010
Math
98%
ELA
89%
2011
Math
97%
ELA
90%
2012
Math
96%
ELA
91%
2014
Math
63%
ELA
68%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
56%
2016
Math
66%
ELA
66%
2017
Math
61%
ELA
70%
2018
Math
60%
ELA
64%
2019
Math
60%
ELA
64%
2020*
Math
52%
ELA
56%
2021*
Math
52%
ELA
56%
2022
Math
63%
ELA
63%

* 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: 6.0/10.

How R. E. Thalberg Elementary School Compares

See how R. E. Thalberg Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.0/10
43th percentile in CT
Academic
7.3/10
Very Good
Growth
6.0/10
Average
Environment
3.9/10
Needs Improvement

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
19%
Teaching Staff
15:1 student-teacher ratio
28 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.8%

Location

145 Dunham Rd., Southington, CT 06489

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering R. E. Thalberg Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Urbin T. Kelley School (rated 8.2/10, 2.8 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Flanders Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Ellen P. Hubbell School (rated 7.9/10, 3.3 miles away, in nearby Bristol), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Southington, see our Southington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.3 mi
School Distance Rating
GREAT BEGINNINGS Plainville 1.3 mi
Plainville High School Plainville 1.6 mi 5.2
Linden Street School Plainville 1.8 mi 6.0
Southington High School Southington 1.9 mi 6.5
Flanders Elementary School Southington 2.1 mi 7.9
CENTRAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Southington 2.0 mi 6.2
Joseph A. Depaolo Middle School Southington 2.6 mi 6.1
Greene-Hills School Bristol 2.3 mi 5.6
Frank T. Wheeler School Plainville 2.9 mi 6.3
Wrinn Integrated Preschool - HES Southington 3.0 mi
William H. Hatton Elementary School Southington 3.0 mi 7.4
Middle School of Plainville Plainville 3.0 mi 5.3
Urbin T. Kelley School Southington 2.8 mi 8.2
Louis Toffolon School Plainville 3.1 mi 7.8
ST MATTHEW SCHOOL Bristol 2.9 mi 5.1
Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School Southington 3.3 mi 7.7
SOUTHINGTON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Southington 3.4 mi 6.1
Ellen P. Hubbell School Bristol 3.3 mi 7.9
Gaffney Elementary School New Britain 3.5 mi 5.6
Slade Middle School New Britian 3.3 mi 2.8

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06489 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$124,543

Median Home Value

$360,600

Median Rent

$1,440/mo

Population

32,444

College Educated

43.8%

Homeownership

82.1%

Avg Commute

24.2 min

Poverty Rate

2.9%

Median Age

44.3

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about R. E. Thalberg Elementary School

What grades does R. E. Thalberg Elementary School serve?

R. E. Thalberg Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend R. E. Thalberg Elementary School?

R. E. Thalberg Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 428 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at R. E. Thalberg Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at R. E. Thalberg Elementary School is 15.3:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does R. E. Thalberg Elementary School rank in CT?

R. E. Thalberg Elementary School ranks #568 of 990 schools in CT.

What is R. E. Thalberg Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

R. E. Thalberg Elementary 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 R. E. Thalberg Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, R. E. Thalberg Elementary School has 71% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 71% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is R. E. Thalberg Elementary School a charter school?

No, R. E. Thalberg Elementary School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.

Is R. E. Thalberg Elementary School a Title I school?

No, R. E. Thalberg Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for R. E. Thalberg Elementary School?

19.2% of students at R. E. Thalberg Elementary 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
34 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
36 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
428
Student-Teacher Ratio
15.3:1
Teachers (FTE)
28
Free/Reduced Lunch
19.2%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 1
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.8%

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