Serving 468 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Rowayton School ranks in the top 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 30%, and reading proficiency is top 30%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 61% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 59% (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 46% 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: 468 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 46%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 61% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 59% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Rowayton School's student population of 468 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 35 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
468 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
35 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Rowayton School ranks within the top 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Rowayton School is 0.61, 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
#321 out of 942 schools
(Top 50%)
(Top 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
61%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
59%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
13:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
31%
30%
Black
8%
12%
White
54%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
6%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
26%
36%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Rowayton School's ranking?
Rowayton School is ranked #321 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Rowayton School often compared to?
Rowayton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Concord Magnet School, Side By Side Charter School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
61% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 59% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Rowayton School?
468 students attend Rowayton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
54% of Rowayton School students are White, 31% of students are Hispanic, 8% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Rowayton School?
Rowayton School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Rowayton School offer ?
Rowayton School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Rowayton School part of?
Rowayton School is part of Norwalk School District.
In what neighborhood is Rowayton School located?
Rowayton School is located in the Rowayton neighborhood of Norwalk, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in Rowayton.
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