WHITING LANE SCHOOL

Whiting Lane School is a Title I public elementary school that is part of the West Hartford School District school district, located in West Hartford, CT with about 377 students offering grade levels from Pre-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 37 teachers, Whiting Lane School has a student/teacher ratio of about 10:1. 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.

Whiting Lane School, located in West Hartford, Connecticut, is a public elementary school serving students in grades Pre-K through 5. Part of the West Hartford Public Schools district, the institution is known for its commitment to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment. The school emphasizes a comprehensive academic curriculum while placing a strong focus on social-emotional development, ensuring that students are well-prepared for their future educational transitions.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Whiting Lane is characterized by a strong sense of community and active parent involvement. The school provides a variety of extracurricular opportunities and support services designed to meet the diverse needs of its student population. By maintaining a focus on collaboration between families, teachers, and staff, Whiting Lane strives to cultivate an engaging atmosphere where students are encouraged to reach their full potential and develop a lifelong love of learning.

For more information, contact Whiting Lane School at (860) 233-8541 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

47 Whiting Ln.
West Hartford, CT 06119-1642
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WHITING LANE SCHOOL is a public Title I school in West Hartford, CT with about 377 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Connecticut

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
377
Teachers:
37.8
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
Grade Levels Offered
Pre-Kindergarten
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 377 students

White
56.0%
Hispanic/Latino
21.0%
Asian
9.3%
Black or African American
8.0%
Two or more races
5.3%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.3%
American Indian or Alaska Native
0.3%

Female
45.1%
Male
54.9%

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.