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#676 of 990 schools in CT
Windham Center School
Elementary School · Windham School District
45 North Rd., Windham, CT 06280
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
205
Student-Teacher
10.2:1
Score
5.4
Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Data vintage
2022-23
Data vintage2022-23
How this school compares
Connecticut schools
#676 of 990
In district
#4 of 7
Windham School District
Academic growth
7.3 / 10
Very Good
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Windham Center School
Elementary School in Windham · grades Kindergarten – 5th. Start here, then compare fit against nearby and district options.
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About Windham Center School
Windham Center School is a public elementary school in Windham, CT, part of Windham School District. Windham Center School serves approximately 205 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 10.2:1 student-teacher ratio. Windham Center School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 out of 10 and ranks #676 of 990 schools in CT.
Structured state assessment records for Windham Center School show 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
- This school 5.4 · Average
- District avg 5.7
- CT avg 6.5
What Parents Should Know
Test scores at Windham Center School sit below average, but its growth scores are strong: students here make above-average progress year over year. The raw numbers haven't caught up, but a school that keeps moving kids forward is doing the harder, more important work.
42% of students at Windham Center 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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Windham Center School — Students at Windham Center School score 14% proficient, which is below what's typical for similar communities (expected: 24%).
Equity & Diversity
Shown separately, not included in overall scoreFree/Reduced Lunch
73.2%
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: 7.3/10.
How Windham Center School Compares
See how Windham Center School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.
Funding & Resources
Location
45 North Rd., Windham, CT 06280
Nearby Alternatives
Families considering Windham Center School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Lebanon Elementary School (rated 8.5/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Lebanon), which scores notably higher. Another option is Charles H. Barrows STEM Academy (rated 8.4/10, 1.4 miles away, in nearby North Windham), which scores notably higher. Additionally, Scotland Elementary School (rated 7.2/10, 4.1 miles away, in nearby Scotland), which scores notably higher. For more schools in Windham, see our Windham schools guide .
Nearby Schools
20 within 7.0 mi| School | Distance | Rating |
|---|---|---|
| Charles H. Barrows STEM Academy North Windham | 1.4 mi | 8.4 |
| North Windham School North Windham | 2.7 mi | 4.3 |
| Natchaug School Willimantic | 2.5 mi | 6.0 |
| Arts at the Capitol Theater Magnet School (ACT) Willimantic | 3.0 mi | 5.5 |
| Windham High School Willimantic | 3.2 mi | 4.2 |
| Windham Technical High School Willimantic | 3.3 mi | 4.3 |
| MT HOPE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mansfield Center | 4.3 mi | — |
| Windham Middle School Willimantic | 3.7 mi | 5.4 |
| W. B. Sweeney School Willimantic | 3.9 mi | 4.6 |
| Parish Hill High School Chaplin | 4.5 mi | 6.1 |
| Lebanon Elementary School Lebanon | 4.8 mi | 8.5 |
| Franklin Elementary School North Franklin | 5.2 mi | 6.2 |
| OAK GROVE MONTESSORI SCHOOL Mansfield | 4.3 mi | 6.9 |
| Scotland Elementary School Scotland | 4.1 mi | 7.2 |
| Chaplin Elementary School Chaplin | 6.1 mi | 7.1 |
| Mansfield Middle School Storrs | 6.4 mi | 8.7 |
| Lebanon Middle School Lebanon | 6.6 mi | 7.1 |
| Sayles School Baltic | 6.7 mi | 3.0 |
| Lyman Memorial High School Lebanon | 6.8 mi | 6.4 |
| ST JOSEPH ELEMENTARY SCHOOL Baltic | 7.0 mi | 5.4 |
Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)
Census data for ZIP 06280 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources
Median Income
$73,488
Median Home Value
$238,200
Median Rent
$1,717/mo
Population
3,179
College Educated
19.7%
Homeownership
66.9%
Avg Commute
24 min
Poverty Rate
9.9%
Median Age
46.6
Similar Schools
Schools in the same state with comparable level, size, and ratings
| School | Rating |
|---|---|
| Buckley School Manchester, CT | 5.4 |
| Chapel School Stratford, CT | 5.4 |
| Gales Ferry School Gales Ferry, CT | 5.4 |
| CHILDREN'S COMMUNITY SCHOOL Waterbury, CT | 5.5 |
| Edgar H. Parkman School Enfield, CT | 5.5 |
| HOLY TRINITY SCHOOL Wallingford, CT | 5.5 |
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about Windham Center School
What grades does Windham Center School serve?
Windham Center School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.
How many students attend Windham Center School?
Windham Center School has an enrollment of approximately 205 students.
What is the student-teacher ratio at Windham Center School?
The student-teacher ratio at Windham Center School is 10.2:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.
How does Windham Center School rank in CT?
Windham Center School ranks #676 of 990 schools in CT.
What is Windham Center School's MySchoolScout rating?
Windham Center School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 5.4 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 Windham Center School?
Based on loaded state assessment records, Windham Center School has 43% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 40% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).
Is Windham Center School a charter school?
No, Windham Center School is not a charter school. It is a traditional public school operated by the local school district.
Is Windham Center School a Title I school?
No, Windham Center School is not currently a Title I school.
What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Windham Center School?
73.2% of students at Windham Center 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
- 205
- Student-Teacher Ratio
- 10.2:1
- Teachers (FTE)
- 20
- Free/Reduced Lunch
- 73.2%
- Type
- regular
- Setting
- Fringe Town
- County
- Connecticut Planning Region 8
- Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
- 42.0%
- Phone
- (860) 465-2440
Resources & Links
District
Windham School District- District Enrollment
- 3,226
- Schools in District
- 7
- Per-Pupil Spending
- $28,646
- District Rank
- #4 of 7
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