Serving 317 students in grades 3-5, South Elementary School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 48% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 10:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 43% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 3-5
- Enrollment: 317 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 43%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 48% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
South Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
South Elementary School's student population of 317 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 3-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
317 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
School Rankings
South Elementary School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of South Elementary School is 0.62, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#507 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
20%
31%
Black
11%
12%
White
57%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
7%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
39%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
5%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is South Elementary School's ranking?
South Elementary School is ranked #507 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 48% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend South Elementary School?
317 students attend South Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
57% of South Elementary School students are White, 20% of students are Hispanic, 11% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of South Elementary School?
South Elementary School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does South Elementary School offer ?
South Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 3-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is South Elementary School part of?
South Elementary School is part of Windsor Locks School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break No School - Offices Open
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
Thanksgiving Break - No School
November 28, 2025 (Friday)
School Reviews
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