GEORGE HERSEY ROBERTSON SCHOOL

George Hersey Robertson School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Coventry School District school district, located in Coventry, CT with about 386 students offering grade levels from 3rd Grade to 5th Grade. A Title I school provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families. Its purpose is to provide all children significant opportunity to receive a fair, equitable, and high-quality education. With about 31 teachers, George Hersey Robertson School has a student/teacher ratio of about 12:1. The national average for public schools is about 15:1. A lower student/teacher ratio is a key factor that determines how much a teacher can devote his/her time to each individual student thus improving, or reducing (in the event of a higher student/teacher ratio) the attention each student is given for their educational needs.

The George Hersey Robertson School (GHR) is a public elementary school located in Coventry, Connecticut, serving students in grades Pre-K through 2. As part of the Coventry Public Schools district, the institution is dedicated to fostering a supportive, student-centered environment that focuses on building a strong academic and social foundation for its youngest learners. The school emphasizes early literacy, numeracy, and character development, aiming to prepare children for a successful transition into their later elementary years.

In addition to its core curriculum, GHR is known for maintaining a close-knit community atmosphere that encourages collaboration between educators, parents, and the broader Coventry community. The school integrates technology and modern instructional practices to meet diverse learning needs while promoting a safe, inclusive culture. By prioritizing a nurturing setting, the George Hersey Robertson School strives to spark a lifelong love of learning in its students as they begin their educational journey.

For more information, contact George Hersey Robertson School at (860) 742-7341 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

227 Cross Street
Coventry, CT 06238-3304
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GEORGE HERSEY ROBERTSON SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Coventry, CT with about 386 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Connecticut

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
386
Teachers:
31.55
NSLP Status:1
Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified free lunch:
0
Qualified reduced-price lunch:
0
Title I Status:2
Title I targeted assistance school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
3rd Grade
4th Grade
5th Grade

* A public charter school is a publicly funded school that is typically governed by a group or organization under a legislative contract with the state, the district, or another entity. The charter exempts the school from certain state or local rules and regulations.

1 The National School Lunch Program (NSLP) provides eligible students with free or reduced-price lunch

2 Title I, Part A (Title I) of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act provides supplemental financial assistance to school districts for children from low-income families.

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School Demographics for 386 students

The primary ethnicity of students attending GEORGE HERSEY ROBERTSON SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 91% of the student body.

White
90.7%
Hispanic/Latino
4.9%
Two or more races
2.1%
Asian
1.6%
Black or African American
0.8%

Female
47.7%
Male
52.3%

Data for school year 2017-2018 — The information found on this website was provided in part by the U.S. Department of Education, U.S. Census Bureau, the Bureau of Labor and Statistics & various other external sources. We do not verify the contents of the information provided and therefore, cannot guarantee the accuracy of the information displayed on this website.