Serving 410 students in grades Prekindergarten-3, Myrtle H. Stevens School ranks in the top 30% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 20%, and reading proficiency is top 20%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 65-69% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (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 44% of the student body (majority Asian), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Prekindergarten-3
- Enrollment: 410 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 44%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44%
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Myrtle H. Stevens School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Math Proficiency
School Overview
Myrtle H. Stevens School's student population of 410 students has declined by 32% over five school years.
The teacher population of 33 teachers has declined by 25% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-3
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
410 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
33 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Myrtle H. Stevens School ranks within the top 30% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Myrtle H. Stevens School is 0.62, 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
#226 out of 942 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
(20-21)40-44%
49%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
22%
5%
Hispanic
13%
30%
Black
5%
12%
White
56%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
19%
36%
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 Myrtle H. Stevens School's ranking?
Myrtle H. Stevens School is ranked #226 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Myrtle H. Stevens School often compared to?
Myrtle H. Stevens Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like West Hill School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65-69% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Myrtle H. Stevens School?
410 students attend Myrtle H. Stevens School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Myrtle H. Stevens School students are White, 22% of students are Asian, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Myrtle H. Stevens School?
Myrtle H. Stevens School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Myrtle H. Stevens School offer ?
Myrtle H. Stevens School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-3 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Myrtle H. Stevens School part of?
Myrtle H. Stevens School is part of Rocky Hill School District.
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