SOUTH SCHOOL
South School is a public elementary school that is part of the New Canaan School District school district, located in New Canaan, CT with about 542 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 4th Grade. Student demographics can be found below. With about 45 teachers, South 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.
South School, located at 8 Farm Road in New Canaan, Connecticut, is one of the elementary schools within the New Canaan Public Schools district. Serving students in the local community, the school is recognized for its commitment to academic excellence and a student-centered learning environment. The institution emphasizes a comprehensive curriculum designed to foster both intellectual growth and social-emotional development, supported by a faculty dedicated to meeting the diverse needs of young learners.
The school benefits from being part of a highly-regarded school district known for its strong community involvement and high educational standards. By integrating traditional instruction with modern educational practices, South School strives to provide a solid foundational education that prepares students for success in middle school and beyond. Families in the area generally view the school as an integral part of the New Canaan community, characterized by its collaborative atmosphere and focus on building a supportive, inclusive, and engaging campus culture for all its students.
For more information, contact South School at (203) 594-4313 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
New Canaan, CT 06840-6697
(203) 594-4313
SOUTH SCHOOL is a public school in New Canaan, CT with about 542 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Connecticut
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- New Canaan School District
- Total Students:
- 542
- Teachers:
- 45.9
- 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 542 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending SOUTH SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 83% of the student body.
- White
- 82.7%
- Asian
- 7.2%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 4.8%
- Two or more races
- 4.4%
- Black or African American
- 0.4%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.4%
- Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
- 0.2%
- Female
- 48.0%
- Male
- 52.0%
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.