Excellent
#199 of 990 schools in CT
Top 20% in state
Urbin T. Kelley School
Elementary School · Southington School District
501 Ridgewood Rd., Southington, CT 06489
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Enrollment
287
Student-Teacher
12:1
Score
8.2
Grades
Pre-K – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#199 of 990
In Southington
#1 of 8
public schools
In district
#1 of 11
Southington School District
Academic growth
8.7 / 10
Excellent
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Urbin T. Kelley School
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About Urbin T. Kelley School
Urbin T. Kelley School is a public elementary school in Southington, CT, part of Southington School District. Urbin T.
Kelley School serves approximately 287 students, and covers grades Pre-K-5th, and has a 12:1 student-teacher ratio. Urbin T. Kelley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 out of 10 and ranks #199 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for Urbin T. Kelley School show 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 8.2 · Excellent
- District avg 7.6
- CT avg 6.5
Score Breakdown
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Urbin T. Kelley School — Students at Urbin T. Kelley School score 67% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 67%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
16.4%
Students qualifying for federal meal assistance
Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)
Based on 26 test records from CT state assessments. About our data
Proficiency Trend
↓ DecliningAverage proficiency (% at or above grade level) across Math & ELA over time.
* 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: 8.7/10.
How Urbin T. Kelley School Compares
See how Urbin T. Kelley School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
501 Ridgewood Rd., Southington, CT 06489
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Urbin T. Kelley School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. Another option is William M. Strong Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 2.8 miles away, in nearby Plantsville), with a very similar rating. Additionally, Flanders Elementary School (rated 7.9/10, 2.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Southington, see our Southington schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 4.6 miNeighborhood 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 Urbin T. Kelley School
What grades does Urbin T. Kelley School serve?
Urbin T. Kelley School serves students in grades Pre-K through 5th.
How many students attend Urbin T. Kelley School?
Urbin T. Kelley School has an enrollment of approximately 287 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Urbin T. Kelley School?
The student-teacher ratio at Urbin T. Kelley School is 12:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Urbin T. Kelley School rank in CT?
Urbin T. Kelley School ranks #199 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Urbin T. Kelley School's MySchoolScout rating?
Urbin T. Kelley School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.2 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 Urbin T. Kelley School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Urbin T. Kelley School has 80% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 79% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Urbin T. Kelley School a charter school?
No, Urbin T. Kelley School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Urbin T. Kelley School a Title I school?
No, Urbin T. Kelley School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Urbin T. Kelley School?
16.4% of students at Urbin T. Kelley 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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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)
- Grades
- Pre-K – 5th
- Enrollment
- 287
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 12:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 24
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 16.4%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Large Suburb
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 1
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 7.7%
- Phone
- (860) 628-3310
Resources & Links
District
Southington School District- District Enrollment
- 6,242
- Schools in District
- 13
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $21,370
- District Rank
- #1 of 11
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