School Overview
Governor William Pitkin School, located in East Hartford, Connecticut, is a public elementary school serving students in grades Pre-K through 5. As part of the East Hartford Public Schools district, the institution is dedicated to fostering an inclusive and supportive learning environment that emphasizes both academic achievement and the social-emotional development of its students. The school is known for its commitment to creating a community-focused atmosphere where educators, families, and staff work collaboratively to meet the diverse needs of the local student population.

Beyond its core curriculum, Pitkin School often focuses on implementing strategies that prepare students for middle school success by building strong foundational skills in literacy and mathematics. The school prioritizes a positive school climate, often utilizing programs that encourage character development, student engagement, and the celebration of cultural diversity. By leveraging a combination of traditional classroom instruction and supportive services, Governor William Pitkin School strives to ensure that every student has the tools and encouragement necessary to reach their full potential within a safe and structured academic setting.
340
Total Students
29.5
Full-Time Teachers
11.5
Student/Teacher Ratio
52.9%
Free/Reduced Lunch
Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Governor William Pitkin School
Demographic Student Count
White46
Hispanic145
Black95
Asian32
Two or More18
American Indian3
Pacific Islander1
  • Hispanic
    145 (42.6 %)
  • Black
    95 (27.9 %)
  • White
    46 (13.5 %)
  • Asian
    32 (9.4 %)
  • Two or More
    18 (5.3 %)
  • American Indian
    3 (0.9 %)
  • Pacific Islander
    1 (0.3 %)
School Location
School Details
Status: Open
School Level: Elementary School
School Type: Regular School
Charter Status:* Public Non-Charter
Virtual Instruction: Supplemental Virtual
Shared Time Status: No
District: East Hartford School District
Phone: (860)622-5480
Website: http://pitkin.easthartford.org/
Grade Range: K - 5th
Total Students: 340
Full-Time Teachers (FTE): 29.5
Pupil/Teacher Ratio: 11.5
NSLP Participation:1 Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch: 149
Qualified Reduced Lunch: 31
Grades Taught
Kindergarten 59
Grade 1 62
Grade 2 54
Grade 3 55
Grade 4 56
Grade 5 54

Grades Taught Data Table

Grades Taught and Student Counts for Governor William Pitkin School
Grade Student Count
Kindergarten59
Grade 162
Grade 254
Grade 355
Grade 456
Grade 554
Gender Ratio

Student Gender Ratio Data Table

Student Gender Ratio for Governor William Pitkin School
Gender Student Count Percentage
Female18855.3%
Male15244.7%
Nearby Elementary Schools (Within 10 Miles)