CENTRAL SCHOOL
Central School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the Simsbury School District school district, located in Simsbury, CT with about 386 students offering grade levels from Kindergarten to 6th 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 27 teachers, Central School has a student/teacher ratio of about 14:1. 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.
Central School, located at 29 Massaco Street in Simsbury, Connecticut, is a distinguished elementary school that serves as a core part of the Simsbury Public Schools district. Known for its strong commitment to academic excellence and student development, the school fosters a nurturing and inclusive learning environment designed to help children reach their full potential. The school emphasizes a well-rounded education, balancing rigorous classroom instruction with social-emotional learning to ensure that students are prepared for future academic success.
Beyond its academic curriculum, Central School is highly regarded for its close-knit community atmosphere and the active involvement of parents and families. The school benefits from the resources and support of the broader Simsbury school district, which is consistently recognized for its high educational standards. Through its dedicated faculty and staff, Central School prioritizes creating a supportive atmosphere where students are encouraged to be curious, collaborative, and engaged citizens within their community.
For more information, contact Central School at (860) 658-4732 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.
Simsbury, CT 06070-2118
(860) 658-4732
CENTRAL SCHOOL is a public Title I school in Simsbury, CT with about 386 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Connecticut
School Details
- Level:
- Elementary School
- Charter School:*
- No
- District:
- Simsbury School District
- Total Students:
- 386
- Teachers:
- 27.04
- 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
* 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 386 students
The primary ethnicity of students attending CENTRAL SCHOOL is predominantly White, representing about 74% of the student body.
- White
- 74.4%
- Asian
- 7.5%
- Hispanic/Latino
- 7.5%
- Two or more races
- 6.5%
- Black or African American
- 3.9%
- American Indian or Alaska Native
- 0.3%
- Female
- 43.5%
- Male
- 56.5%
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.