Latimer Lane School

www.simsbury.k12.ct.us/page.cfm?p=159

449 Students

Elementary School K - 6th

School Overview

Latimer Lane School, located in the Weatogue section of Simsbury, Connecticut, is a public elementary school serving students in grades K–6. As part of the Simsbury Public Schools district, the school is known for its commitment to academic excellence and a student-centered approach to learning. The school prides itself on fostering a supportive, inclusive community where educators work closely with families to ensure that each child reaches their full potential, both intellectually and socially.

Beyond its core academic curriculum, Latimer Lane places a strong emphasis on character development and student well-being. The school integrates various enrichment programs, modern technology, and collaborative learning opportunities to prepare students for future success. By maintaining an environment that values curiosity and respect, Latimer Lane strives to create a positive foundation for lifelong learning, consistently reflecting the high educational standards associated with the Simsbury school system.

449

Total Students

30.1

Full-Time Teachers

14.9

Student/Teacher Ratio

17.6%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Latimer Lane School
Demographic	Student Count
White	323
Hispanic	41
Black	26
Asian	34
Two or More	25

White
323 (71.9 %)
Hispanic
41 (9.1 %)
Asian
34 (7.6 %)
Black
26 (5.8 %)
Two or More
25 (5.6 %)

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:	Simsbury School District
Phone:	(860)658-4774
Website:	http://www.simsbury.k12.ct.us/page.cfm?p=159
Grade Range:	K - 6th
Total Students:	449
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	30.1
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	14.9
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes participating without using any Provision or the CEO
Qualified Free Lunch:	61
Qualified Reduced Lunch:	18

* 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 60

Grade 1 69

Grade 2 54

Grade 3 75

Grade 4 66

Grade 5 57

Grade 6 68