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Uncas Elementary School

Elementary School · Norwich School District

280 Elizabeth St., Norwich, CT 06360

Enrollment

242

Student-Teacher

10.5:1

Score

5.6

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#631 of 990

In Norwich

#6 of 12

public schools

In district

#5 of 9

Norwich School District

School environment

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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Uncas Elementary School

5.6/10

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

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About Uncas Elementary School

Uncas Elementary School is a public elementary school in Norwich, CT, part of Norwich School District. Uncas Elementary School serves approximately 242 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.5:1 student-teacher ratio. Uncas Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 out of 10 and ranks #631 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Uncas Elementary School show 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.6 pts below district
  • This school 5.6 · Average
  • District avg 6.2
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress5.7Average50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-3.28 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics3.9Needs Improvement30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency12% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency17% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency15% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)18% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected-3.2 pts
Adjusted Percentile20th
Resources & Environment8.1Excellent20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio10.5:1
Per-Pupil Spending$31,068
Chronic Absenteeism22.7%

Uncas Elementary School — Students at Uncas Elementary School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 18%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

81.4%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 34.7% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 33.9% (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
72%
ELA
67%
2010
Math
67%
ELA
47%
2011
Math
62%
ELA
52%
2012
Math
47%
ELA
42%
2014
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2015
Math
17%
ELA
17%
2016
Math
22%
ELA
22%
2017
Math
27%
ELA
32%
2018
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2019
Math
37%
ELA
37%
2020*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2021*
Math
17%
ELA
27%
2022
Math
12%
ELA
17%

* 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: 5.7/10.

How Uncas Elementary School Compares

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

Overall Score
5.6/10
36th percentile in CT
Academic
3.9/10
Needs Improvement
Growth
5.7/10
Average
Environment
8.1/10
Excellent

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
81%
Teaching Staff
11:1 student-teacher ratio
23 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
22.7%

Location

280 Elizabeth St., Norwich, CT 06360

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Uncas Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Thomas W. Mahan School (rated 9.1/10, 0.9 miles away), which scores notably higher. Another option is Mohegan School (rated 7.1/10, 2.3 miles away, in nearby Uncasville), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Wequonnoc Magnet School (rated 6.5/10, 4.5 miles away, in nearby Taftville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Norwich, see our Norwich schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.5 mi
School Distance Rating
Three Rivers Middle College Magnet School Norwich 0.5 mi 8.2
John B. Stanton School Norwich 0.9 mi 4.8
Integrated Day Charter School Norwich 0.8 mi 6.4
Thomas W. Mahan School Norwich 0.9 mi 9.1
Teachers' Memorial Global Studies Magnet Middle School Norwich 1.3 mi 3.8
MONTESSORI DISCOVERY SCHOOL Norwich 1.4 mi 4.6
Veterans' Memorial School Norwich 1.2 mi 5.7
ST PATRICK CATHEDRAL SCHOOL Norwich 1.6 mi 5.8
Norwich Free Academy Norwich 1.9 mi 4.6
Mohegan School Uncasville 2.3 mi 7.1
Kelly STEAM Magnet Middle School Norwich 2.6 mi 4.3
Samuel Huntington School Norwich 2.7 mi 6.3
Norwich Technical High School Norwich 2.8 mi 4.4
ST BERNARD SCHOOL Uncasville 3.0 mi 5.4
Gales Ferry School Gales Ferry 4.2 mi 5.4
Juliet W. Long School Gales Ferry 4.3 mi 5.3
Ledyard Middle School Gales Ferry 4.3 mi 3.2
Moriarty Magnet School Norwich 4.5 mi 5.5
SACRED HEART SCHOOL Taftville 4.4 mi 6.0
Wequonnoc Magnet School Taftville 4.5 mi 6.5

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06360 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$65,848

Median Home Value

$233,500

Median Rent

$1,207/mo

Population

37,527

College Educated

22.6%

Homeownership

55.4%

Avg Commute

23.2 min

Poverty Rate

14.8%

Median Age

38.8

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Uncas Elementary School

What grades does Uncas Elementary School serve?

Uncas Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Uncas Elementary School?

Uncas Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 242 students.

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

The student-teacher ratio at Uncas Elementary School is 10.5:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Uncas Elementary School rank in CT?

Uncas Elementary School ranks #631 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Uncas Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Uncas Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.6 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 Uncas Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Uncas Elementary School has 35% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 34% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Uncas Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Uncas Elementary School a Title I school?

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

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

81.4% of students at Uncas 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
42 Car-Dependent
Transit Score
27 Some Transit
Bike Score
33 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
242
Student-Teacher Ratio
10.5:1
Teachers (FTE)
23
Free/Reduced Lunch
81.4%
Type
regular
Setting
Small City
County
Connecticut Planning Region 8
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
22.7%

District

Norwich School District
District Enrollment
3,336
Schools in District
9
Per-Pupil Spending
$31,068
District Rank
#5 of 9

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