WOLCOTT SCHOOL

Wolcott 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 410 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 35 teachers, Wolcott School has a student/teacher ratio of about 11:1. 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.

Wolcott School, located at 71 Wolcott Road in West Hartford, Connecticut, is a public elementary school serving students in kindergarten through fifth grade. As part of the West Hartford Public Schools district, the institution is dedicated to fostering a supportive and inclusive learning environment that emphasizes academic excellence, social-emotional growth, and the development of responsible citizenship. The school is known for its strong sense of community, where educators, students, and families collaborate to ensure that every child meets their full potential through a diverse and rigorous curriculum.

Beyond its core academic offerings, Wolcott School places a significant focus on enriching the student experience through various extracurricular activities and programs that encourage creativity and critical thinking. The school environment is characterized by a commitment to equity and inclusivity, aiming to equip students with the foundational skills and values necessary for success in middle school and beyond. By prioritizing both individualized instruction and community-wide engagement, Wolcott remains a key pillar of the West Hartford educational landscape.

For more information, contact Wolcott School at (860) 561-2300 or visit the school personally to speak with a faculty or administrative member about any specific questions you may have.

71 Wolcott Rd.
West Hartford, CT 06110-1764
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WOLCOTT SCHOOL is a public Title I school in West Hartford, CT with about 410 enrolled students. See other public elementary schools in Connecticut

School Details

2017-2018
Level:
Elementary School
Charter School:*
No
Total Students:
410
Teachers:
35.8
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
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 410 students

White
47.6%
Hispanic/Latino
20.7%
Asian
18.5%
Black or African American
7.8%
Two or more races
5.1%
Native Hawaiian or Other Pacific Islander
0.2%

Female
51.7%
Male
48.3%

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.