Serving 622 students in grades 6-8, Ponus Ridge Steam Academy 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 16% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 31% (which is lower 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 90% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: 6-8
- Enrollment: 622 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 90%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 32% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Ponus Ridge Steam Academy's student population of 622 students has declined by 8% over five school years.
The teacher population of 54 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
622 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
54 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Ponus Ridge Steam Academy 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 Ponus Ridge Steam Academy is 0.54, 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
#772 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
32%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
65%
31%
Black
16%
12%
White
10%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
48%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Ponus Ridge Steam Academy's ranking?
Ponus Ridge Steam Academy is ranked #772 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Ponus Ridge Steam Academy often compared to?
Ponus Ridge Steam Academyis often viewed alongside schools like Nathan Hale Middle School, Roton Middle School, West Rocks Middle School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
16% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 31% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Ponus Ridge Steam Academy?
622 students attend Ponus Ridge Steam Academy.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
65% of Ponus Ridge Steam Academy students are Hispanic, 16% of students are Black, 10% of students are White, 6% of students are Asian, and 3% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Ponus Ridge Steam Academy?
Ponus Ridge Steam Academy has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Ponus Ridge Steam Academy offer ?
Ponus Ridge Steam Academy offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Ponus Ridge Steam Academy part of?
Ponus Ridge Steam Academy is part of Norwalk School District.
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