Serving 289 students in grades 4-5, Southwest School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is bottom 50%, and reading proficiency is bottom 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 39% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 51% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 52% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: 4-5
- Enrollment: 289 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 52%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 51% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Southwest School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Percent Eligible For Free Lunch
Student Attention
School Overview
Southwest School's student population of 289 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 25 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 4-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
289 students
Total Classroom Teachers
25 teachers
School Calendar
School Motto
'Education is the Key to Success'
School Rankings
Southwest School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Southwest School is 0.60, 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
#525 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
51%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
41%
32%
Black
6%
12%
White
48%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
55%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
13%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Notes
- School Mascot: Eagles
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Southwest School's ranking?
Southwest School is ranked #525 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
39% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 51% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Southwest School?
289 students attend Southwest School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
48% of Southwest School students are White, 41% of students are Hispanic, 6% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Southwest School?
Southwest School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Southwest School offer ?
Southwest School offers enrollment in grades 4-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Southwest School part of?
Southwest School is part of Torrington School District.
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