Serving 658 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, Somers Elementary School ranks in the top 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 55% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 55% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 12% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2025)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 658 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 12%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 55% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Somers Elementary School's student population of 658 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 53 teachers has grown by 8% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
658 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
53 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Somers Elementary School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Somers Elementary School is 0.22, 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
#390 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
55%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
6%
31%
Black
2%
12%
White
88%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
5%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
1%
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 Somers Elementary School's ranking?
Somers Elementary School is ranked #390 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 55% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Somers Elementary School?
658 students attend Somers Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
88% of Somers Elementary School students are White, 6% of students are Hispanic, 3% of students are Two or more races, 2% of students are Black, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Somers Elementary School?
Somers Elementary School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Somers Elementary School offer ?
Somers Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Somers Elementary School part of?
Somers Elementary School is part of Somers School District.
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