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Torringford School

Elementary School · Torrington School District

800 Charles St., Torrington, CT 06790

Enrollment

623

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

5.0

Grades

Kindergarten – 3rd

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#735 of 990

In Torrington

#3 of 7

public schools

In district

#2 of 6

Torrington School District

Academic performance

7.4 / 10

Very Good

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Torringford School

5.0/10

Elementary School in Torrington · grades Kindergarten – 3rd. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.

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5.9/10

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About Torringford School

Torringford School is a public elementary school in Torrington, CT, part of Torrington School District. Torringford School serves approximately 623 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-3rd, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. Torringford School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 out of 10 and ranks #735 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Torringford School show 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it comparesOn par with district
  • This school 5.0 · Average
  • District avg 4.9
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress3.4Needs Improvement50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-4.33 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics7.4Very Good30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency47% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency37% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency42% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)31% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+11.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile61th
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$25,005
Chronic Absenteeism19.7%

Torringford School — Students at Torringford School score 42% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 31%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

64.5%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 53.5% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 57.7% (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
88%
ELA
80%
2010
Math
90%
ELA
80%
2011
Math
87%
ELA
83%
2012
Math
89%
ELA
88%
2014
Math
32%
ELA
60%
2015
Math
33%
ELA
54%
2016
Math
36%
ELA
54%
2017
Math
36%
ELA
56%
2018
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2019
Math
47%
ELA
47%
2020*
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2021*
Math
32%
ELA
32%
2022
Math
47%
ELA
37%

* 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: 3.4/10.

How Torringford School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.0/10
26th percentile in CT
Academic
7.4/10
Very Good
Growth
3.4/10
Needs Improvement
Environment
5.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
65%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
48 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
19.7%

Location

800 Charles St., Torrington, CT 06790

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Torringford School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Harwinton Consolidated School (rated 7.7/10, 3.7 miles away, in nearby Hawrinton), which scores notably higher. Another option is Pearson School (rated 6.9/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Winsted), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Mary P. Hinsdale School (rated 6.8/10, 7.5 miles away, in nearby Winsted), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Torrington, see our Torrington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 7.8 mi
School Distance Rating
TORRINGTON CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Torrington 0.9 mi 5.9
Torrington High School Torrington 0.9 mi 5.0
Oliver Wolcott Technical High School Torrington 1.1 mi 5.6
Torrington Middle School Torrington 1.6 mi 4.0
ST JOHN PAUL THE GREAT STREAM ACADEMY Torrington 1.8 mi 4.7
Vogel-Wetmore School Torrington 1.8 mi 4.5
Forbes School Torrington 2.1 mi 4.8
Southwest School Torrington 2.4 mi 5.3
Harwinton Consolidated School Hawrinton 3.7 mi 7.7
Bakerville Consolidated School New Hartford 3.2 mi 5.3
OAK HILL SCHOOL AT ANN ANTOLINI SCHOOL New Hartford 4.2 mi 9.2
Ann Antolini School New Hartford 4.2 mi 5.3
TOUCHSTONE SCHOOL Litchfield 5.1 mi
Northwestern Regional High School Winsted 6.9 mi 7.6
Northwestern Regional Middle School Winsted 6.9 mi 6.5
Mary P. Hinsdale School Winsted 7.5 mi 6.8
Pearson School Winsted 7.5 mi 6.9
Explorations Winsted 7.7 mi 6.0
Lewis S. Mills High School Burlington 6.0 mi 6.5
The Gilbert School Winsted 7.8 mi 3.9

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06790 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$69,720

Median Home Value

$196,100

Median Rent

$1,101/mo

Population

35,544

College Educated

24.5%

Homeownership

66.5%

Avg Commute

26.8 min

Poverty Rate

13.6%

Median Age

43.4

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Torringford School

What grades does Torringford School serve?

Torringford School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 3rd.

How many students attend Torringford School?

Torringford School has an enrollment of approximately 623 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Torringford School?

The student-teacher ratio at Torringford School is 13:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Torringford School rank in CT?

Torringford School ranks #735 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Torringford School's MySchoolScout rating?

Torringford School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.0 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 Torringford School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Torringford School has 54% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 58% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Torringford School a charter school?

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

Is Torringford School a Title I school?

No, Torringford School is not currently a Title I school.

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

64.5% of students at Torringford 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
59 Somewhat Walkable
Bike Score
35 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 3rd
Enrollment
623
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
48
Free/Reduced Lunch
64.5%
Type
regular
Setting
Fringe Town
County
Connecticut Planning Region 6
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
19.7%

District

Torrington School District
District Enrollment
3,945
Schools in District
6
Per-Pupil Spending
$25,005
District Rank
#2 of 6

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