William M. Strong Elementary School

www.southingtonschools.org

294 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Strong Elementary School, located in Plantsville, Connecticut, is a key component of the Southington Public Schools district. The school serves the local community by providing a foundational educational experience for elementary-aged students, focusing on academic growth, social-emotional development, and the cultivation of a supportive learning environment. As part of the Southington school system, the institution emphasizes a standards-based curriculum designed to prepare students for the challenges of middle school and beyond.

Beyond its core academics, Strong Elementary School fosters a strong sense of community through collaborative efforts between faculty, staff, parents, and students. The school website highlights various resources, including information for families, school policies, and updates on district-wide initiatives. By maintaining a focus on student achievement and positive behavioral expectations, Strong Elementary strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where children are encouraged to reach their full potential within a structured and engaging educational setting.

294

Total Students

24.4

Full-Time Teachers

12.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

24.1%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for William M. Strong Elementary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	226
Hispanic	23
Black	9
Asian	12
Two or More	24

White
226 (76.9%)
Two or More
24 (8.2%)
Hispanic
23 (7.8%)
Asian
12 (4.1%)
Black
9 (3.1%)

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:	Southington School District
Phone:	(860)628-3314
Website:	http://www.southingtonschools.org
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	294
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	24.4
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	12.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	62
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	9

* 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

Pre-Kindergarten 13

Kindergarten 41

Grade 1 39

Grade 2 50

Grade 3 55

Grade 4 49

Grade 5 47