Serving 403 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Central School ranks in the top 10% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 75% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 78% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 33% of the student body (majority Hispanic and Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 403 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 33%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 10% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 75% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 78% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Central School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Central School's student population of 403 students has grown by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has grown by 10% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
403 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
School Calendar
School Rankings
Central School ranks within the top 10% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Central School is 0.53, 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
#71 out of 942 schools
(Top 10%)
(Top 10%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
75%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
78%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
11%
31%
Black
7%
12%
White
67%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
14%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
3%
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 Central School's ranking?
Central School is ranked #71 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 10% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Central School often compared to?
Central Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Latimer Lane School, Squadron Line School, Tootin' Hills School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
75% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 78% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Central School?
403 students attend Central School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
67% of Central School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 9% of students are Asian, 7% of students are Black, and 6% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Central School?
Central School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Central School offer ?
Central School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Central School part of?
Central School is part of Simsbury School District.
In what neighborhood is Central School located?
Central School is located in the Simsbury Center neighborhood of Simsbury, CT. There are 3 other public schools located in Simsbury Center.
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