East Farms School

468 Students

Elementary School K - 4th

School Overview

East Farms School is a public elementary school located in Farmington, Connecticut, serving students in kindergarten through fourth grade. As part of the Farmington Public Schools district, the institution is known for its focus on fostering a supportive, student-centered environment that balances academic rigor with social-emotional development. The school prides itself on a collaborative community atmosphere where educators, parents, and students work together to create a positive learning culture.

Academically, East Farms emphasizes the development of critical thinking, creativity, and foundational skills necessary for long-term success. The curriculum is enriched by a variety of programs, including music, art, and physical education, ensuring a well-rounded educational experience. With its commitment to high standards and personalized instruction, East Farms School remains a key contributor to the reputation of the Farmington school system as a premier district in the state.

468

Total Students

31.2

Full-Time Teachers

15.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

14.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for East Farms School
Demographic	Student Count
White	217
Hispanic	52
Black	21
Asian	143
Two or More	35

White
217 (46.4 %)
Asian
143 (30.6 %)
Hispanic
52 (11.1 %)
Two or More
35 (7.5 %)
Black
21 (4.5 %)

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:	Farmington School District
Phone:	(860)674-9519
Grade Range:	K - 4th
Total Students:	468
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	31.2
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	56
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	13

* Charter Schools: A public charter school is a publicly funded school that operates independently under a legislative contract (or "charter") with a state, school district, or designated authorizing entity. Charters grant these schools greater operational flexibility over curriculum, staffing, and budgeting in exchange for strict accountability to achieve performance standards established in their charter agreement.

¹ National School Lunch Program (NSLP): The National School Lunch Program is a federally assisted meal program operating in public and nonprofit private schools. It provides nutritionally balanced, low-cost or free lunches to eligible children each school day based on household income thresholds or community eligibility options (CEO).

Title I Program Overview: Title I, Part A of the Elementary and Secondary Education Act (ESEA) allocates federal financial assistance to local educational agencies and public schools with high percentages of children from low-income families to help ensure that all children meet challenging state academic standards.

Grades Taught

Kindergarten 74

Grade 1 97

Grade 2 88

Grade 3 123

Grade 4 86