Serving 214 students in grades Prekindergarten-4, Center 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 40-44% (which is approximately equal to the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40-44% (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 20% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025-26)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-4
- Enrollment: 214 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 10:1
- Minority Enrollment: 20%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 40-44% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Center School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Community Size
School Overview
Center School's student population of 214 students has declined by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 21 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-4
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
214 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
21 teachers
Last Day of School
Sat. Jun 13, 2026
School Rankings
Center 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 Center School is 0.35, 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
#536 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
50%
Student-Teacher Ratio
10:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
2%
5%
Hispanic
11%
31%
Black
2%
12%
White
80%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
32%
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 Center School's ranking?
Center School is ranked #536 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Center School often compared to?
Center Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Union School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40-44% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 40-44% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Center School?
214 students attend Center School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
80% of Center School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 4% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Asian, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Center School?
Center School has a student ration of 10:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Center School offer ?
Center School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-4 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Center School part of?
Center School is part of Willington School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Early Dismissal - Thanksgiving Break
November 26, 2025 (Wednesday)
No School - Thanksgiving Break
November 28, 2025 (Friday)
Early Dismissal - Last Day of School
June 10, 2026 (Wednesday)
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