Below Average
#796 of 990 schools in CT
W. B. Sweeney School
Elementary School · Windham School District
60 Oak Hill Dr., Willimantic, CT 06226
Enrollment
213
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
213
Student-Teacher
10.1:1
Score
4.6
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#796 of 990
In Willimantic
#4 of 6
public schools
In district
#5 of 7
Windham School District
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W. B. Sweeney School
Elementary School in Willimantic · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About W. B. Sweeney School
W. B. Sweeney School is a public elementary school in Willimantic, CT, part of Windham School District.
W. B. Sweeney School serves approximately 213 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.1:1 student-teacher ratio.
W. B. Sweeney School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 out of 10 and ranks #796 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for W. B. Sweeney School show 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 4.6 · Below Average
- District avg 5.7
- CT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
38% of students at W. B. Sweeney School were chronically absent in the 2022-23 school year, above the national average. Chronic absenteeism means missing 15 or more school days, and at high rates it drags on classroom pacing for everyone. Ask what the school does to help families get kids to class consistently.
Score Breakdown
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W. B. Sweeney School — Students at W. B. Sweeney School score 20% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 12%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
88.3%
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: 3.8/10.
How W. B. Sweeney School Compares
See how W. B. Sweeney School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
60 Oak Hill Dr., Willimantic, CT 06226
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering W. B. Sweeney School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lebanon Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 6.0 miles away, in nearby Lebanon), which scores notably higher. Another option is George Hersey Robertson School (rated 8.5/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Coventry), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Charles H. Barrows STEM Academy (rated 8.4/10, 2.7 miles away, in nearby North Windham), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Willimantic, see our Willimantic schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.1 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Windham Middle School Willimantic | 0.2 mi | 5.4 |
| OAK GROVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mansfield | 0.5 mi | 6.9 |
| Windham Technical High School Willimantic | 0.6 mi | 4.3 |
| Windham High School Willimantic | 0.7 mi | 4.2 |
| Arts at the Capitol Theater Magnet School (ACT) Willimantic | 1.1 mi | 5.5 |
| Natchaug School Willimantic | 1.4 mi | 6.0 |
| MT HOPE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mansfield Center | 3.0 mi | — |
| Charles H. Barrows STEM Academy North Windham | 2.7 mi | 8.4 |
| Mansfield Middle School Storrs | 3.7 mi | 8.7 |
| Windham Center School Windham | 3.9 mi | 5.4 |
| North Windham School North Windham | 3.8 mi | 4.3 |
| Horace W. Porter School Columbia | 4.0 mi | 5.2 |
| E. O. Smith High School Storrs | 5.4 mi | 7.2 |
| Lebanon Elementary School Lebanon | 6.0 mi | 8.5 |
| George Hersey Robertson School Coventry | 4.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Capt. Nathan Hale School Coventry | 5.7 mi | 7.6 |
| Lebanon Middle School Lebanon | 6.9 mi | 7.1 |
| Coventry High School Coventry | 5.9 mi | 7.3 |
| Coventry Academy Coventry | 5.9 mi | — |
| Lyman Memorial High School Lebanon | 7.1 mi | 6.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06226 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$44,103
Median Home Value
$181,100
Median Rent
$1,084/mo
Population
19,068
College Educated
21.7%
Homeownership
34.8%
Avg Commute
23.1 min
Poverty Rate
25.9%
Median Age
32.1
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Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Franklin School Stratford, CT | 4.6 |
| Brennan Rogers School New Haven, CT | 4.5 |
| Lordship School Stratford, CT | 4.5 |
| Fields Memorial School Bozrah, CT | 4.7 |
| ST JOHN PAUL THE GREAT STREAM ACADEMY Torrington, CT | 4.7 |
| Roberto Clemente International Dual Language School Waterbury, CT | 4.4 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about W. B. Sweeney School
What grades does W. B. Sweeney School serve?
W. B. Sweeney School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend W. B. Sweeney School?
W. B. Sweeney School has an enrollment of approximately 213 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at W. B. Sweeney School?
The student-teacher ratio at W. B. Sweeney School is 10.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does W. B. Sweeney School rank in CT?
W. B. Sweeney School ranks #796 of 990 schools in CT.
What is W. B. Sweeney School's MySchoolScout rating?
W. B. Sweeney School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 4.6 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 W. B. Sweeney School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, W. B. Sweeney School has 40% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 36% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is W. B. Sweeney School a charter school?
No, W. B. Sweeney School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is W. B. Sweeney School a Title I school?
No, W. B. Sweeney School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for W. B. Sweeney School?
88.3% of students at W. B. Sweeney 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
- Kindergarten – 5th
- Enrollment
- 213
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.1:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 21
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 88.3%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 8
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 37.6%
- Phone
- (860) 465-2420
Resources & Links
District
Windham School District- District Enrollment
- 3,226
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,646
- District Rank
- #5 of 7
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