WINDERMERE SCHOOL
Windermere School is a public elementary school that is part of the Ellington School District school district, located in Ellington, CT with about 711 students offering grade levels from Pre-Kindergarten to 6th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 47 teachers, Windermere School has a student/teacher ratio of about 15:1. 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.
Windermere School, located at 2 Abbott Road in Ellington, Connecticut, is a public elementary school serving students in grades 3 through 5. As part of the Ellington Public Schools district, the institution is committed to fostering a supportive learning environment that prioritizes academic excellence, social-emotional growth, and the development of responsible, lifelong learners. The school benefits from a close-knit community atmosphere, emphasizing strong partnerships between educators, students, and families to ensure that each child has the resources necessary to succeed in a changing world.
The curriculum at Windermere is designed to meet the diverse needs of its student population, balancing core academic subjects—such as mathematics, literacy, science, and social studies—with a focus on character education and enrichment opportunities. By leveraging the resources provided by the district, the school integrates technology and modern instructional strategies to prepare students for the transition to middle school. For more detailed information regarding school programs, policies, and upcoming events, community members are encouraged to visit the official district website at [http://www.ellingtonschools.org](http://www.ellingtonschools.org).
For more information, contact Windermere School at (860) 896-2329 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Ellington, CT 06029-3800
(860) 896-2329
http://www.ellingtonschools.org
WINDERMERE SCHOOL is a public school in Ellington, CT with about 711 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Connecticut
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Ellington School District
- Total Students:
- 711
- Teachers:
- 47.9
- 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
* 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.
School Demographics for 711 students
- White
- 60.2%
- Asian
- 26.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 6.5%
- Two or more races
- 3.5%
- Black or African American
- 3.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Female
- 47.8%
- Male
- 52.2%
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.