Serving 673 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Davenport Ridge 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 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 40% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 14:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 673 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 45-49% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Davenport Ridge School serves the northeast part of Stamford, CT, encompassing an area of approximately 6.6 square miles. Most families can expect a typical drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge of the attendance zone located about 4.3 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Davenport Ridge School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Most improved public schools
School Overview
Davenport Ridge School's student population of 673 students has grown by 10% over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has declined by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
673 students
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
Year Founded
1972
Campus Size
13 acres
Average Class Size
13 students
School Motto
Where Students and Staff SOAR to Success!
School Rankings
Davenport Ridge School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Davenport Ridge 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
#596 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
45-49%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
43%
32%
Black
9%
12%
White
41%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)16.9%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Davenport Ridge School's ranking?
Davenport Ridge School is ranked #596 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Davenport Ridge School often compared to?
Davenport Ridge Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Northeast 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 41% CT state average), while 40% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Davenport Ridge School?
673 students attend Davenport Ridge School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
43% of Davenport Ridge School students are Hispanic, 41% of students are White, 9% of students are Black, 5% of students are Asian, and 2% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Davenport Ridge School?
Davenport Ridge School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Davenport Ridge School offer ?
Davenport Ridge School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Davenport Ridge School part of?
Davenport Ridge School is part of Stamford School District.
In what neighborhood is Davenport Ridge School located?
Davenport Ridge School is located in the Turn Of River Newfield neighborhood of Stamford, CT. There are 4 other public schools located in Turn Of River Newfield.
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