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#294 of 990 schools in CT

Top 30% in state

South End Elementary School

Elementary School · Southington School District

10 Maxwell-Noble Drive, Plantsville, CT 06479

Enrollment

247

Student-Teacher

11.2:1

Score

7.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#294 of 990

In Plantsville

#2 of 3

public schools

In district

#6 of 11

Southington School District

Academic performance

8.0 / 10

Excellent

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South End Elementary School

7.6/10

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

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6.4/10

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6.1/10

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About South End Elementary School

South End Elementary School is a public elementary school in Plantsville, CT, part of Southington School District. South End Elementary School serves approximately 247 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 11.2:1 student-teacher ratio. South End Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 out of 10 and ranks #294 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for South End Elementary School show 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 7.6 · Very Good
  • District avg 7.6
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress7.7Very Good50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.49 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.0Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency60% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)54% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.7 pts
Adjusted Percentile70th
Resources & Environment6.9Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio11.2:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,370
Chronic Absenteeism9.7%

South End Elementary School — Students at South End Elementary School score 60% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 54%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

34%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 72.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 71.6% (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
97.5%
ELA
87%
2010
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2011
Math
97.5%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
52%
2015
Math
52%
ELA
62%
2016
Math
57%
ELA
57%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
72%
2018
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
77%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2021*
Math
57%
ELA
67%
2022
Math
57%
ELA
62%

* 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: 7.7/10.

How South End Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
7.6/10
70th percentile in CT
Academic
8.0/10
Excellent
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
6.9/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
34%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
22 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
9.7%

Location

10 Maxwell-Noble Drive, Plantsville, CT 06479

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering South End Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chapman School (rated 8.9/10, 3.6 miles away, in nearby Cheshire), which scores notably higher. Another option is Highland School (rated 8.9/10, 4.2 miles away, in nearby Cheshire), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Urbin T. Kelley School (rated 8.2/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Southington), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Plantsville, see our Plantsville schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 3.8 mi
School Distance Rating
John F. Kennedy Middle School Plantsville 1.0 mi 6.4
SOUTHINGTON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Southington 1.8 mi 6.1
Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School Southington 1.6 mi 8.1
Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School Southington 1.8 mi 7.7
William H. Hatton Elementary School Southington 2.4 mi 7.4
Wrinn Integrated Preschool - HES Southington 2.4 mi
William M. Strong Elementary School Plantsville 2.1 mi 8.1
Wrinn Integrated Preschool - SES Plantsville 2.1 mi
Urbin T. Kelley School Southington 2.8 mi 8.2
Joseph A. Depaolo Middle School Southington 2.8 mi 6.1
Southington High School Southington 3.3 mi 6.5
Chapman School Cheshire 3.6 mi 8.9
Flanders Elementary School Southington 3.5 mi 7.9
Highland School Cheshire 4.2 mi 8.9
H. C. Wilcox Technical High School Meriden 3.7 mi 5.5
Orville H. Platt High School Meriden 3.6 mi 4.3
CENTRAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Southington 4.2 mi 6.2
Lincoln Middle School Meriden 3.6 mi 5.3
Dodd Middle School Cheshire 4.3 mi 7.5
Benjamin Franklin School Meriden 3.8 mi 7.4

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06479 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$111,462

Median Home Value

$334,900

Median Rent

$1,858/mo

Population

10,192

College Educated

41.3%

Homeownership

84%

Avg Commute

24.7 min

Poverty Rate

8.4%

Median Age

46.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about South End Elementary School

What grades does South End Elementary School serve?

South End Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend South End Elementary School?

South End Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 247 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at South End Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at South End Elementary School is 11.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does South End Elementary School rank in CT?

South End Elementary School ranks #294 of 990 schools in CT.

What is South End Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

South End Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.6 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 South End Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, South End Elementary School has 73% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is South End Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is South End Elementary School a Title I school?

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

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for South End Elementary School?

34.0% of students at South End 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
27 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
27 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
247
Student-Teacher Ratio
11.2:1
Teachers (FTE)
22
Free/Reduced Lunch
34.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 1
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
9.7%

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