Serving 411 students in grades Kindergarten-5, North Stratfield School ranks in the top 20% 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 75-79% (which is higher 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 24% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 411 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 24%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 65-69% (Top 20%)
- Reading Proficiency: 75-79% (Top 10%)
- Science Proficiency: 70-79% (Top 10%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Stratfield School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
Reading/Language Arts Proficiency
Science Proficiency
School Overview
North Stratfield School's student population of 411 students has grown by 9% over five school years.
The teacher population of 31 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
411 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
31 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
North Stratfield School ranks within the top 20% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Stratfield School is 0.41, 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
#100 out of 942 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65-69%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
75-79%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
70-79%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
11%
30%
Black
3%
12%
White
76%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
6%
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 North Stratfield School's ranking?
North Stratfield School is ranked #100 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
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 75-79% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend North Stratfield School?
411 students attend North Stratfield School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
76% of North Stratfield School students are White, 11% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Two or more races, and 3% of students are Black.
What is the student:teacher ratio of North Stratfield School?
North Stratfield School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does North Stratfield School offer ?
North Stratfield School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is North Stratfield School part of?
North Stratfield School is part of Fairfield School District.
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