Serving 462 students in grades Kindergarten-6, Eli Whitney School 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 65% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 62% (which is higher 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 65% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 462 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 65%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 65% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 62% (Top 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Eli Whitney School serves the northern part of Stratford, CT, covering an area of approximately 1.3 square miles. Most families live within a 5 to 10-minute drive, with the furthest distance from the school being about 1.1 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Eli Whitney School's student population of 462 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 32 teachers has declined by 5% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
462 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
32 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Eli Whitney School ranks within the top 30% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Eli Whitney School is 0.70, 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
#269 out of 939 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
65%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
62%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
1%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
38%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
20%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
35%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
6%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)10.2%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
31%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
9%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Blue and White
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Eli Whitney School's ranking?
Eli Whitney School is ranked #269 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Eli Whitney School often compared to?
Eli Whitney Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Wilcoxson School, Achievement First Bridgeport Academy, Second Hill Lane School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
65% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 62% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Eli Whitney School?
462 students attend Eli Whitney School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Eli Whitney School students are Hispanic, 35% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 6% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Eli Whitney School?
Eli Whitney School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Eli Whitney School offer ?
Eli Whitney School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Eli Whitney School part of?
Eli Whitney School is part of Stratford School District.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
No School - Spring Break Vacation
April 12, 2027 (Monday)
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