Serving 621 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Stillmeadow School ranks in the bottom 50% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 50%, and reading proficiency is top 50%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 42% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 46% (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 72% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 52% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024-25)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 621 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 72%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 42% (Top 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 46% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Stillmeadow School's student population of 621 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 58 teachers has grown by 16% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
621 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
58 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Stillmeadow 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 Stillmeadow 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
#517 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
42%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
46%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
55%
30%
Black
7%
12%
White
28%
48%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
42%
36%
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 Stillmeadow School's ranking?
Stillmeadow School is ranked #517 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Stillmeadow School often compared to?
Stillmeadow Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westover School, Toquam Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
42% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 46% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Stillmeadow School?
621 students attend Stillmeadow School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Stillmeadow School students are Hispanic, 28% of students are White, 7% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Stillmeadow School?
Stillmeadow School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Stillmeadow School offer ?
Stillmeadow School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Stillmeadow School part of?
Stillmeadow School is part of Stamford School District.
In what neighborhood is Stillmeadow School located?
Stillmeadow School is located in the Westover neighborhood of Stamford, CT. There are 2 other public schools located in Westover.
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