Elementary Schools in Southington School District

The Southington School District in Connecticut is home to 8 elementary schools that serve students from kindergarten through 5th grade, with some offering pre-kindergarten as well. These schools vary in size, with student populations ranging from 247 to 545, and they demonstrate a mix of high-performing and average-performing institutions.

Several schools stand out for their consistent academic excellence, including Urbin T. Kelley School, which consistently ranks among the top 126-109 elementary schools in Connecticut and earns 4 out of 5 stars from SchoolDigger. This school boasts strong test scores, with 87% of 3rd graders proficient or better in math and 69% of 5th graders proficient or better in English Language Arts. Another high-performing school is William M. Strong Elementary School, which ranks 122-102 in the state and has impressive English Language Arts scores, with 78.3% of 4th graders and 72.1% of 5th graders proficient or better. Zaya A. Oshana Elementary School also stands out for its strong math performance, with 83% of 3rd graders proficient or better.

The schools in the Southington School District have varying levels of economic diversity, with the percentage of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch ranging from 14.23% to 31.77%. The per-student spending also varies significantly, from $13,075 to $18,439, which may impact educational outcomes. Additionally, the schools have predominantly white student populations, ranging from 71.65% to 80.57% white students, which raises questions about the district's efforts to promote diversity and inclusion.