Washington Primary School

11 School St.
Washington Depot, CT 06794

162 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 5th

School Overview

Washington Primary School, located in the scenic town of Washington Depot, Connecticut, serves as a foundational educational institution within the Region 12 School District. As a PK–5 elementary school, it is deeply integrated into the local community, emphasizing a personalized approach to learning that fosters both academic growth and social-emotional development. The school prides itself on its intimate, supportive environment, where faculty and staff strive to create an engaging curriculum that meets the unique needs of every student.

Beyond its core academic program, Washington Primary is characterized by its focus on community connection and small-town values. By leveraging its location within the Region 12 district, the school provides students with a high-quality educational experience that prepares them for future transitions while maintaining a nurturing atmosphere. With a commitment to modern teaching practices and a dedication to student success, the school remains a vital pillar of the Washington Depot community.

162

Total Students

15.3

Full-Time Teachers

10.6

Student/Teacher Ratio

17.9%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Washington Primary School
Demographic	Student Count
White	131
Hispanic	25
Black	1
Two or More	5

White
131 (80.9 %)
Hispanic
25 (15.4 %)
Two or More
5 (3.1 %)
Black
1 (0.6 %)

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:	Regional School District 12
Phone:	(860)868-7331
Website:	http://wps.region-12.org
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 5th
Total Students:	162
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	15.3
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	10.6
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	26
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	3

* 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

Pre-Kindergarten 43

Kindergarten 15

Grade 1 22

Grade 2 26

Grade 3 20

Grade 4 17

Grade 5 19