Serving 545 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Roxbury 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 37% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 78% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 545 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 78%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 37% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 35-39% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Roxbury School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Roxbury School's student population of 545 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 51 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
545 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
51 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Roxbury 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 Roxbury School is 0.62, 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
#593 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
37%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
35-39%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
6%
5%
Hispanic
56%
31%
Black
13%
12%
White
22%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
3%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
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Frequently Asked Questions
What is Roxbury School's ranking?
Roxbury School is ranked #593 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Roxbury School often compared to?
Roxbury Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northeast School, Newfield School by visitors of our site.
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 37% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Roxbury School?
545 students attend Roxbury School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
56% of Roxbury School students are Hispanic, 22% of students are White, 13% 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 Roxbury School?
Roxbury School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Roxbury School offer ?
Roxbury School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Roxbury School part of?
Roxbury School is part of Stamford School District.
In what neighborhood is Roxbury School located?
Roxbury School is located in the Westover neighborhood of Stamford, CT. There are 2 other public schools located in Westover.
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