Edgar H. Parkman School

www.enfieldschools.org

266 Students

Elementary School 3rd - 5th

School Overview

The Edgar H. Parkman School, located at 165 Weymouth Rd. in Enfield, Connecticut, is a public elementary school serving students within the Enfield Public Schools district. As part of a community-focused school system, the institution is committed to providing a foundational academic environment that emphasizes core literacy, mathematics, and social development. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to grow both intellectually and personally, utilizing the district's broader resources to ensure a well-rounded educational experience.

Beyond its academic curriculum, Edgar H. Parkman School places a significant focus on community engagement and parental involvement, which are central pillars of the Enfield school district’s philosophy. By maintaining a structured and inclusive environment, the school strives to prepare its young learners for successful transitions into the upper grade levels. Those looking for detailed information regarding school policies, calendars, and district-wide initiatives can access the official Enfield Public Schools website for the most current updates and administrative resources.

266

Total Students

19.8

Full-Time Teachers

13.4

Student/Teacher Ratio

54.5%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Edgar H. Parkman School
Demographic	Student Count
White	158
Hispanic	58
Black	16
Asian	5
Two or More	29

White
158 (59.4%)
Hispanic
58 (21.8%)
Two or More
29 (10.9%)
Black
16 (6.0%)
Asian
5 (1.9%)

School Location

School Details

Status:	Open
School Level:	Elementary School
School Type:	Regular School
Charter Status:*	Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction:	Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status:	No
District:	Enfield School District
Phone:	(860)253-6570
Website:	http://www.enfieldschools.org
Grade Range:	3rd - 5th
Total Students:	266
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	19.8
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	13.4
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	125
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	20

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Grade 3 92

Grade 4 87

Grade 5 87