Serving 659 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Davenport Ridge 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 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 60% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 659 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 60%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Davenport Ridge School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
School Overview
Davenport Ridge School's student population of 659 students has grown by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 50 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
659 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
50 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Davenport Ridge School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Davenport Ridge School is 0.66, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.67. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#580 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
42%
30%
Black
9%
12%
White
40%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
35%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Davenport Ridge School's ranking?
Davenport Ridge School is ranked #580 out of 942 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 40% CT state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Davenport Ridge School?
659 students attend Davenport Ridge School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of Davenport Ridge School students are Hispanic, 40% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Davenport Ridge School?
Davenport Ridge School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Davenport Ridge School offer ?
Davenport Ridge School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Davenport Ridge School part of?
Davenport Ridge School is part of Stamford School District.
In what neighborhood is Davenport Ridge School located?
Davenport Ridge School is located in the Turn Of River Newfield neighborhood of Stamford, CT. There are 4 other public schools located in Turn Of River Newfield.
School Reviews
4 11/19/2018
I learned most of this stuff in 4 grade in my old school.
5 10/14/2017
Great school!
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