JOSEPH O. GOODWIN SCHOOL

Joseph O. Goodwin School is a public elementary school that is part of the East Hartford School District school district, located in East Hartford, CT with about 364 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 5th Grade. With about 27 teachers, Joseph O. Goodwin School has a student/teacher ratio of about 13:1. 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.

Joseph O. Goodwin School is a public elementary school located in East Hartford, Connecticut, serving students from pre-kindergarten through grade five. As part of the East Hartford Public Schools district, the institution is committed to providing a structured learning environment that focuses on foundational academic skills in literacy, mathematics, and science. The school emphasizes a community-centered approach to education, aiming to support the diverse needs of its student population while preparing them for success in middle school and beyond.

Beyond core academics, the school integrates social-emotional learning into its curriculum to foster a positive school climate and encourage student character development. The school works closely with families and the local community to promote active engagement and consistent communication. For more detailed information regarding current academic programs, school policies, or enrollment procedures, parents and community members are encouraged to visit the official district website at http://www.easthartford.org/.

For more information, contact Joseph O. Goodwin School at (860) 622-5420 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

1235 Forbes St.
East Hartford, CT 06118-2803
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JOSEPH O. GOODWIN SCHOOL is a public school in East Hartford, CT with about 364 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Connecticut

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
364
Teachers:
27
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
Not a Title I school
Virtual:
Not Virtual
Grade Levels Offered
Kindergarten
1st Grade
2nd Grade
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 364 students

Hispanic/Latino
48.6%
Black or African American
25.0%
White
20.3%
Asian
4.9%
Two or more races
0.8%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
50.3%
Male
49.7%

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.