Serving 357 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Western Ct Academy Of International Studies Elementary Magne ranks in the top 30% 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 60-64% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 16:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 71% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- School Type: Magnet School
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 357 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 16:1
- Minority Enrollment: 71%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Western Ct Academy Of International Studies Elementary Magne ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
Diversity
School Overview
Western Ct Academy Of International Studies Elementary Magne's student population of 357 students has declined by 5% over five school years.
The teacher population of 23 teachers has declined by 11% over five school years.
School Type
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
357 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
23 teachers
Students by Grade
School Rankings
Western Ct Academy Of International Studies Elementary Magne ranks within the top 30% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Western Ct Academy Of International Studies Elementary Magne is 0.69, which is more 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
#260 out of 942 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
16:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
9%
5%
Hispanic
46%
31%
Black
8%
12%
White
29%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
8%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
25%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Western Ct Academy Of International Studies Elementary Magne's ranking?
Western Ct Academy Of International Studies Elementary Magne is ranked #260 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Western Ct Academy Of International Studies Elementary Magne often compared to?
Western Ct Academy Of International Studies Elementary Magneis often viewed alongside schools like Mill Ridge Primary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
60-64% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Western Ct Academy Of International Studies Elementary Magne?
357 students attend Western Ct Academy Of International Studies Elementary Magne.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
46% of Western Ct Academy Of International Studies Elementary Magne students are Hispanic, 29% of students are White, 9% of students are Asian, 8% of students are Black, and 8% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Western Ct Academy Of International Studies Elementary Magne?
Western Ct Academy Of International Studies Elementary Magne has a student ration of 16:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Western Ct Academy Of International Studies Elementary Magne offer ?
Western Ct Academy Of International Studies Elementary Magne offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Western Ct Academy Of International Studies Elementary Magne part of?
Western Ct Academy Of International Studies Elementary Magne is part of Danbury School District.
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