WEQUONNOC MAGNET SCHOOL

Wequonnoc Magnet School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Norwich School District school district, located in Taftville, CT with about 274 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten 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 18 teachers, Wequonnoc Magnet 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.

Wequonnoc Magnet School, located in Taftville, Connecticut, is a public magnet school serving students in the Norwich area. As part of the Norwich Public Schools district, the school focuses on providing a specialized, high-quality educational experience that emphasizes hands-on learning, critical thinking, and academic rigor. Its magnet status typically draws students from diverse backgrounds, fostering an environment where students engage with a curriculum designed to prepare them for future academic success through collaborative projects and interactive classroom experiences.

The school is deeply committed to community involvement and the social-emotional development of its students. By integrating modern educational strategies with a supportive school climate, Wequonnoc strives to create an inclusive atmosphere where every child is encouraged to reach their full potential. With a dedicated faculty and a mission centered on student achievement, the school serves as a key pillar in the Taftville community, focusing on preparing well-rounded, lifelong learners who are equipped to navigate the challenges of a global society.

For more information, contact Wequonnoc Magnet School at (860) 823-4210 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

155 Providence St.
Taftville, CT 06380-1150
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WEQUONNOC MAGNET SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Taftville, CT with about 274 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Connecticut

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
274
Teachers:
18.4
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 schoolwide 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 274 students

Hispanic/Latino
35.0%
White
32.1%
Black or African American
17.2%
Two or more races
14.2%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.7%
Asian
0.4%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.4%

Female
45.6%
Male
54.4%

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.