Serving 489 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Eli Terry School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 66% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 65% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 46% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 489 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 66% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 65% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Eli Terry School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Math Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Eli Terry School's student population of 489 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 43 teachers has grown by 19% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
489 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
43 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Eli Terry School ranks within the top 30% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eli Terry School is 0.65, 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
#233 out of 942 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
(22-23)66%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
21%
5%
Hispanic
14%
31%
Black
5%
12%
White
54%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
11%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
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 Eli Terry School's ranking?
Eli Terry School is ranked #233 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Eli Terry School often compared to?
Eli Terry Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Orchard Hill School, Pleasant Valley School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
66% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 65% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Eli Terry School?
489 students attend Eli Terry School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Eli Terry School students are White, 21% of students are Asian, 14% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Eli Terry School?
Eli Terry School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Eli Terry School offer ?
Eli Terry School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Eli Terry School part of?
Eli Terry School is part of South Windsor School District.
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