Emerson-Williams School

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434 Students

Elementary School Pre-K - 6th

School Overview

Emerson-Williams School, located at 461 Wells Rd. in Wethersfield, Connecticut, is a public elementary school serving students in grades PK through 6. As part of the Wethersfield Public Schools district, the institution is committed to fostering a supportive academic environment that emphasizes foundational learning, character development, and student engagement. The school community prioritizes a well-rounded education, aiming to prepare its diverse student body for future academic success through a blend of core curriculum and enrichment opportunities.

The school is characterized by its dedication to maintaining strong connections between the classroom, the local community, and families. By utilizing a structured approach to education, Emerson-Williams works to create a collaborative atmosphere where staff and parents partner to support each child’s social and cognitive growth. The facility serves as a vital resource for the Wethersfield area, focusing on creating a safe, inclusive space that encourages students to become active, responsible participants in their education.

434

Total Students

29.0

Full-Time Teachers

15.0

Student/Teacher Ratio

21.7%

Free/Reduced Lunch

Student Demographics

Student Demographics Data Table

Student Demographics for Emerson-Williams School
Demographic	Student Count
White	271
Hispanic	99
Black	16
Asian	22
Two or More	25
Pacific Islander	1

White
271 (62.4 %)
Hispanic
99 (22.8 %)
Two or More
25 (5.8 %)
Asian
22 (5.1 %)
Black
16 (3.7 %)
Pacific Islander
1 (0.2 %)

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:	Wethersfield School District
Phone:	(860)571-8360
Website:	http://wps.wethersfield.me/schools/emerson-williams-elementary
Grade Range:	Pre-K - 6th
Total Students:	434
Full-Time Teachers (FTE):	29.0
Pupil/Teacher Ratio:	15.0
NSLP Participation:¹	Yes under Community Eligibility Option (CEO)
Qualified Free Lunch:	76
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

Pre-Kindergarten 1

Kindergarten 57

Grade 1 69

Grade 2 58

Grade 3 54

Grade 4 72

Grade 5 62

Grade 6 61