Serving 408 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Emerson-williams School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 48% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 58% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 38% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 408 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 38%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 48% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 58% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Emerson-williams School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Science Proficiency
School Overview
Emerson-williams School's student population of 408 students has declined by 6% over five school years.
The teacher population of 29 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
408 students
Total Classroom Teachers
29 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
EMPATHY. EQUITY. ACHIEVEMENT.
School Rankings
Emerson-williams School ranks within the top 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Emerson-williams School is 0.56, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.68. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#404 out of 939 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
48%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
58%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
23%
32%
Black
4%
12%
White
62%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Emerson-williams School's ranking?
Emerson-williams School is ranked #404 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Emerson-williams School often compared to?
Emerson-williams Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Discovery Academy, Highcrest School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
48% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 58% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Emerson-williams School?
408 students attend Emerson-williams School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
62% of Emerson-williams School students are White, 23% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Two or more races, 5% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Emerson-williams School?
Emerson-williams School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Emerson-williams School offer ?
Emerson-williams School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Emerson-williams School part of?
Emerson-williams School is part of Wethersfield School District.
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