Winchester School District

The Winchester School District in Connecticut is home to two elementary schools: Mary P. Hinsdale School and Pearson School. While both schools serve students in the same district, they exhibit notable differences in their student demographics and academic performance.

Pearson School serves a more economically disadvantaged and diverse student population, with 59.86% of students receiving free or reduced-price lunch and 25.17% identifying as non-white, compared to 1% and 19% respectively at Mary P. Hinsdale School. Additionally, Pearson School has a lower student-teacher ratio of 10.3, suggesting smaller class sizes and potentially more individualized attention for students. However, Pearson School's academic performance has been mixed, with some grades exceeding the state average in English Language Arts and Mathematics, while others fall below. The school's statewide ranking and SchoolDigger rating have also fluctuated in recent years.

In contrast, the Winchester School District as a whole is ranked 110th out of 151 districts in Connecticut and is rated 1 star out of 5 by SchoolDigger, indicating that the district may be underperforming compared to other districts in the state. This suggests that the challenges faced by Pearson School may be reflective of broader systemic issues within the district, and further analysis and targeted interventions may be necessary to address these concerns and improve student outcomes across the district.