Serving 511 students in grades 6-8, Cloonan 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 16% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 33% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 9:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 85% 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: 511 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 9:1
- Minority Enrollment: 85%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 16% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 33% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 23% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Cloonan School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Diversity
Student Attention
School Overview
Cloonan School's student population of 511 students has declined by 19% over five school years.
The teacher population of 56 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades 6-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
511 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
56 teachers
School Rankings
Cloonan 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 Cloonan School is 0.64, 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
#754 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
16%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
33%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
23%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
9:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
55%
31%
Black
20%
12%
White
15%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
5%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
51%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Profile last updated: 02/09/2025
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Cloonan School's ranking?
Cloonan School is ranked #754 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Cloonan School often compared to?
Cloonan Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Dolan 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 33% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Cloonan School?
511 students attend Cloonan School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
55% of Cloonan School students are Hispanic, 20% of students are Black, 15% of students are White, 5% of students are Asian, and 5% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Cloonan School?
Cloonan School has a student ration of 9:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Cloonan School offer ?
Cloonan School offers enrollment in grades 6-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Cloonan School part of?
Cloonan School is part of Stamford School District.
In what neighborhood is Cloonan School located?
Cloonan School is located in the Ridgeway Bulls Head neighborhood of Stamford, CT. There are 2 other public schools located in Ridgeway Bulls Head.
School Reviews
5 5/17/2016
I went to this school and had just graduated this past year and I loved Cloonan. The atmosphere was so comfortable. Most of the teachers I had were great give or take one. They offer academic rewards but no athletic rewards. The academic ones are 3 year honor roll (high or reg.), Honor roll for the year (high or low) and some others. There is band, chorus, orchestra and general music. The teachers also take time to get to know you and are willing to help you out. The students I graduated with were respectful to the teachers, didn't bully you if you were gay, lesbian, bi or special needs and they weren't really causing trouble like the other schools. Just a warning though lockers are kind of small.
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