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Somers Elementary School

Elementary School · Somers School District

4 Vision Boulevard, Somers, CT 06071

Enrollment

658

Student-Teacher

12.4:1

Score

6.2

Grades

Pre-K – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#533 of 990

In Somers

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#2 of 3

Somers School District

School environment

7.1 / 10

Very Good

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Somers Elementary School

6.2/10

Elementary School in Somers · grades Pre-K – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

Mabelle B. Avery Middle School

5.8/10

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Somers High School

6.6/10

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About Somers Elementary School

Somers Elementary School is a public elementary school in Somers, CT, part of Somers School District. Somers Elementary School serves approximately 658 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12.4:1 student-teacher ratio. Somers Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 out of 10 and ranks #533 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Somers Elementary School show 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with CT schools
  • This school 6.2 · Average
  • CT avg 6.5

What Parents Should Know

Somers Elementary School sits in a rural area, which can mean longer drives for some families. Rural schools are often community anchors with smaller classes, but check transportation, after-school options, and access to specialized services before you commit.

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress6.4Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.06 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics5.1Average30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency45% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency55% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency50% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)80% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-29.6 pts
Adjusted Percentile32th
Resources & Environment7.1Very Good20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.4:1
Per-Pupil Spending$23,405
Chronic Absenteeism11.6%

Somers Elementary School — Students at Somers Elementary School score 50% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 80%).

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Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 64.0% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 68.3% (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
89%
ELA
75%
2010
Math
92%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
92%
ELA
84%
2012
Math
90%
ELA
85%
2014
Math
53%
ELA
70%
2015
Math
59%
ELA
71%
2016
Math
51%
ELA
61%
2017
Math
55%
ELA
61%
2018
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
46%
ELA
56%
2021*
Math
46%
ELA
56%
2022
Math
45%
ELA
55%

* 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: 6.4/10.

How Somers Elementary School Compares

See how Somers Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
6.2/10
46th percentile in CT
Academic
5.1/10
Average
Growth
6.4/10
Average
Environment
7.1/10
Very Good
Gifted & Talented
Yes
Program available

Funding & Resources

Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
53 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.6%

Programs & Offerings

Gifted & Talented Program Available
This school offers a gifted and talented program for qualifying students. · CRDC 2021-22

Data as of 2021-22 · Source: CRDC via Urban Institute · Learn more

Location

4 Vision Boulevard, Somers, CT 06071

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Somers Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Hazardville Memorial School (rated 9.5/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Enfield), which scores notably higher. Another option is Henry Barnard School (rated 9.3/10, 5.5 miles away, in nearby Enfield), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Green Meadows Elementary (rated 7.7/10, 6.7 miles away, in nearby Hampden), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Somers, see our Somers schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 6.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Mabelle B. Avery Middle School Somers 0.2 mi 5.8
Somers High School Somers 0.2 mi 6.6
Ellington High School Ellington 4.7 mi 7.3
Center School Ellington 5.1 mi 7.6
Mountain View East Longmeadow 5.3 mi 5.1
Hazardville Memorial School Enfield 4.1 mi 9.5
Crystal Lake School Ellington 5.3 mi 7.1
Eli Whitney School Enfield 4.9 mi 5.4
Ellington Middle School Ellington 6.7 mi 6.2
East Windsor Middle School Broad Brook 5.8 mi 5.6
Green Meadows Elementary Hampden 6.7 mi 7.7
East Longmeadow High East Longmeadow 6.5 mi 7.1
John F. Kennedy Middle School Enfield 5.4 mi 3.8
Meadow Brook East Longmeadow 7.1 mi 4.1
Birchland Park East Longmeadow 6.9 mi 6.8
Henry Barnard School Enfield 5.5 mi 9.3
Mapleshade East Longmeadow 7.0 mi 5.2
Broad Brook Elementary School East Windsor 6.3 mi 6.5
Maple Street School Rockville 7.5 mi 6.7
Glenbrook Middle Longmeadow 6.5 mi 7.7

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06071 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$115,833

Median Home Value

$379,300

Median Rent

$1,069/mo

Population

10,554

College Educated

37.2%

Homeownership

89.5%

Avg Commute

29.1 min

Poverty Rate

1.9%

Median Age

44.3

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Mystic River Magnet School Mystic, CT 6.2
Roosevelt School Bridgeport, CT 6.2
Springdale School Stamford, CT 6.2
Black Rock School Bridgeport, CT 6.3

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Somers Elementary School

What grades does Somers Elementary School serve?

Somers Elementary School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.

How many students attend Somers Elementary School?

Somers Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 658 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Somers Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Somers Elementary School is 12.4:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Somers Elementary School rank in CT?

Somers Elementary School ranks #533 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Somers Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Somers Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 6.2 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 Somers Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Somers Elementary School has 64% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 68% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Somers Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Somers Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Somers Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

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Neighborhood Context

Walk Score
8 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
658
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.4:1
Teachers (FTE)
53
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Rural
County
Connecticut Planning Region 1
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.6%

District

Somers School District
District Enrollment
1,357
Schools in District
3
Per-Pupil Spending
$23,405
District Rank
#2 of 3

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