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#216 of 990 schools in CT

Top 22% in state

Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School

Elementary School · Southington School District

70 Church Street, Southington, CT 06479

Enrollment

254

Student-Teacher

12.1:1

Score

8.1

Grades

Kindergarten – 5th

Data vintage2022-23

How this school compares

Connecticut schools

#216 of 990

In Southington

#2 of 8

public schools

In district

#2 of 11

Southington School District

Academic performance

8.5 / 10

Excellent

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Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School

8.1/10

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

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6.4/10

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6.1/10

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About Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School

Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School is a public elementary school in Southington, CT, part of Southington School District. Zaya A.

Oshana Elementary School serves approximately 254 students, and covers grades Kindergarten-5th, and has a 12.1:1 student-teacher ratio. Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 out of 10 and ranks #216 of 990 schools in CT.

Structured state assessment records for Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School show 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

How it compares0.5 pts above district
  • This school 8.1 · Excellent
  • District avg 7.6
  • CT avg 6.5

Score Breakdown

Full Profile · 3/3 metrics
Student Progress8.4Excellent50%
Year-over-year improvement in student test scores.
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Years of Data13
Annual Change-2.12 pts/yr
Data Period2009–2022
TrendDeclining
Academics8.5Excellent30%
Student proficiency on state tests, adjusted for community poverty levels.
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Math Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts)
Reading/ELA Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts)
Overall Proficiency67% (2022 EdFacts, Math+ELA)
Expected (poverty-adj.)62% (model expectation from 2022 EdFacts)
vs. Expected+5.3 pts
Adjusted Percentile77th
Resources & Environment6.7Average20%
Student-teacher ratio, per-pupil spending, and attendance.
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Student-Teacher Ratio12.1:1
Per-Pupil Spending$21,370
Chronic Absenteeism10.2%

Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School — Students at Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School score 67% proficient, which is above what's typical for similar communities (expected: 62%).

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Equity & Diversity

Shown separately, not included in overall score

Free/Reduced Lunch

23.6%

Students qualifying for federal meal assistance

Test Scores CT EDFACTS (2021-22)

Math Proficiency 76.8% (multi-year average, 2009-2022)
School
State
N/A
ELA Proficiency 77.4% (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
97.5%
ELA
87%
2012
Math
97.5%
ELA
92%
2014
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2015
Math
57%
ELA
72%
2016
Math
67%
ELA
77%
2017
Math
72%
ELA
77%
2018
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2019
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2020*
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2021*
Math
72%
ELA
72%
2022
Math
67%
ELA
67%

* 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: 8.4/10.

How Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School Compares

See how Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School performs across key quality dimensions compared to state benchmarks.

Overall Score
8.1/10
78th percentile in CT
Academic
8.5/10
Excellent
Growth
8.4/10
Excellent
Environment
6.7/10
Average

Funding & Resources

Free/Reduced Lunch
Students eligible for subsidized meals
24%
Teaching Staff
12:1 student-teacher ratio
21 teachers
Chronic Absenteeism
Students missing 15+ days per year (SY 2022-23)
10.2%

Location

70 Church Street, Southington, CT 06479

Nearby Alternatives

Families considering Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School may also want to explore other elementary schools in the area. Chapman School (rated 8.9/10, 4.8 miles away, in nearby Cheshire), which scores slightly higher. Another option is Highland School (rated 8.9/10, 5.4 miles away, in nearby Cheshire), which scores slightly higher. Additionally, Urbin T. Kelley School (rated 8.2/10, 1.3 miles away), with a very similar rating. For more schools in Southington, see our Southington schools guide .

Nearby Schools

20 within 5.4 mi
School Distance Rating
John F. Kennedy Middle School Plantsville 0.8 mi 6.4
SOUTHINGTON CATHOLIC SCHOOL Southington 0.8 mi 6.1
Walter A. Derynoski Elementary School Southington 1.0 mi 7.7
Urbin T. Kelley School Southington 1.3 mi 8.2
South End Elementary School Plantsville 1.6 mi 7.6
William M. Strong Elementary School Plantsville 1.6 mi 8.1
Wrinn Integrated Preschool - SES Plantsville 1.6 mi
CENTRAL CHRISTIAN ACADEMY Southington 2.8 mi 6.2
Wrinn Integrated Preschool - HES Southington 2.3 mi
William H. Hatton Elementary School Southington 2.3 mi 7.4
Joseph A. Depaolo Middle School Southington 2.4 mi 6.1
Southington High School Southington 2.6 mi 6.5
Flanders Elementary School Southington 3.0 mi 7.9
R. E. Thalberg Elementary School Southington 4.1 mi 6.0
Darcey School Cheshire 4.2 mi 6.8
Chapman School Cheshire 4.8 mi 8.9
Alcott School Wolcott 4.1 mi 6.8
Highland School Cheshire 5.4 mi 8.9
Dodd Middle School Cheshire 5.4 mi 7.5
Greene-Hills School Bristol 5.4 mi 5.6

Neighborhood Census ACS (2019-2023)

Census data for ZIP 06479 (ACS 2019-2023 5-Year Estimates) · Data sources

Median Income

$111,462

Median Home Value

$334,900

Median Rent

$1,858/mo

Population

10,192

College Educated

41.3%

Homeownership

84%

Avg Commute

24.7 min

Poverty Rate

8.4%

Median Age

46.4

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School Rating
Deer Run School East Haven, CT 8.1
Oswegatchie Elementary School Waterford, CT 8.1
William M. Strong Elementary School Plantsville, CT 8.1
Center School Litchfield, CT 8.2
Daisy Ingraham School Westbrook, CT 8.2
Dr. Robert H. Brown Intermediate School Madison, CT 8.0

Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School

What grades does Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School serve?

Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School serves students in grades Kindergarten through 5th.

How many students attend Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School?

Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School has an enrollment of approximately 254 students.

What is the student-teacher ratio at Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School?

The student-teacher ratio at Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School is 12.1:1. A lower ratio generally means more individual attention per student. The national average is approximately 16:1 for public schools.

How does Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School rank in CT?

Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School ranks #216 of 990 schools in CT.

What is Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School's MySchoolScout rating?

Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School has a current MySchoolScout rating of 8.1 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 Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School?

Based on loaded state assessment records, Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School has 77% math proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022) and 77% reading/ELA proficiency (multi-year average, 2009-2022).

Is Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School a charter school?

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

Is Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School a Title I school?

No, Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School is not currently a Title I school.

What does the Free & Reduced Lunch percentage mean for Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School?

23.6% of students at Zaya A. Oshana 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
47 Car-Dependent
Bike Score
51 Bikeable

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Quick Facts NCES CCD (SY 2022-23)

Grades
Kindergarten – 5th
Enrollment
254
Student-Teacher Ratio
12.1:1
Teachers (FTE)
21
Free/Reduced Lunch
23.6%
Type
regular
Setting
Large Suburb
County
Connecticut Planning Region 1
Chronic Absenteeism (SY 2022-23)
10.2%

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