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#321 of 990 schools in CT

Top 32% in state

William H. Hatton Elementary School

Elementary School · Southington School District

50 Spring Lake Rd., Southington, CT 06489

Enrollment

338

Student-Teacher

13:1

Score

7.4

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#321 of 990

In Southington

#5 of 8

public schools

In district

#7 of 11

Southington School District

Academic performance

8.1 / 10

Excellent

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William H. Hatton Elementary School

7.4/10

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

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6.1/10

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About William H. Hatton Elementary School

William H. Hatton Elementary School is a public elementary school in Southington, CT, part of Southington School District. William H.

Hatton Elementary School serves approximately 338 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 13:1 student-teacher ratio. William H. Hatton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 out of 10 and ranks #321 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for William H. Hatton Elementary School show 76% 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 7.4 · 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-2.51 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.1Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency57% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency62% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)58% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+4.4 pts
Adjusted Percentile71th
Resources & Environment5.5Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio13:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,370
Chronic Absenteeism11.2%

William H. Hatton Elementary School — Students at William H. Hatton Elementary School score 62% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 58%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

29%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 75.9% (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
92%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
92%
ELA
87%
2014
Math
62%
ELA
67%
2015
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2017
Math
67%
ELA
67%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
67%
2020*
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2021*
Math
67%
ELA
62%
2022
Math
67%
ELA
57%

* 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 William H. Hatton Elementary School Compares

See how William H. Hatton Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
7.4/10
68th percentile in CT
Academic
8.1/10
Excellent
Growth
7.7/10
Very Good
Environment
5.5/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
29%
Teaching Staff
13:1 student-teacher ratio
26 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
11.2%

Location

50 Spring Lake Rd., Southington, CT 06489

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering William H. Hatton Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Urbin T. Kelley School (rated 8.2/10, 2.1 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 2.3 miles away), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, William M. Strong Elementary School (rated 8.1/10, 3.8 miles away, in nearby Plantsville), which scores slightly higher. For more schools in Southington, see our Southington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 4.8 mi
School Distance Rating
Wrinn Integrated Preschool - HES Southington 0.0 mi
Joseph A. Depaolo Middle School Southington 0.5 mi 6.1
Flanders Elementary School Southington 1.1 mi 7.9
Southington High School Southington 1.2 mi 6.5
Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School Southington 1.2 mi 7.7
SOUTHINGTON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Southington 1.4 mi 6.1
South End Elementary School Plantsville 2.4 mi 7.6
Urbin T. Kelley School Southington 2.1 mi 8.2
Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School Southington 2.3 mi 8.1
R. E. Thalberg Elementary School Southington 3.0 mi 6.0
John F. Kennedy Middle School Plantsville 2.5 mi 6.4
CENTRAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Southington 3.0 mi 6.2
GREAT BEGINNINGS Plainville 4.3 mi
Plainville High School Plainville 4.5 mi 5.2
William M. Strong Elementary School Plantsville 3.8 mi 8.1
Wrinn Integrated Preschool - SES Plantsville 3.8 mi
Linden Street School Plainville 4.8 mi 6.0
Lincoln Middle School Meriden 4.7 mi 5.3
Benjamin Franklin School Meriden 4.6 mi 7.4
Orville H. Platt High School Meriden 4.8 mi 4.3

Neighborhood 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 William H. Hatton Elementary School

What grades does William H. Hatton Elementary School serve?

William H. Hatton Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend William H. Hatton Elementary School?

William H. Hatton Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 338 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at William H. Hatton Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at William H. Hatton Elementary 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 William H. Hatton Elementary School rank in CT?

William H. Hatton Elementary School ranks #321 of 990 schools in CT.

What is William H. Hatton Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

William H. Hatton Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 7.4 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 William H. Hatton Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, William H. Hatton Elementary School has 76% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 72% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is William H. Hatton Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is William H. Hatton Elementary School a Title I school?

No, William H. Hatton Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for William H. Hatton Elementary School?

29.0% of students at William H. Hatton 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
17 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
32 Somewhat Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
338
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
Teachers (FTE)
26
Free/Reduced Lunch
29.0%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 1
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
11.2%

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