Individuals Achieving Independence Elementary School (Closed 2018)

Individuals Achieving Independence Elementary School serves 21 students in grades 12. 
The student-teacher ratio of 21:1 was higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment was 76% of the student body (majority Black and Hispanic), which was higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic and Black).

School Overview

Grades Offered
Grades 12
Total Students
21 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
1 teacher

School Rankings

This School
State Level (CT)
Student-Teacher Ratio
21:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
n/a
5%
Hispanic
38%
32%
Black
38%
12%
White
24%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
n/a
5%
All Ethnic Groups
0.66
Eligible for Free Lunch
29%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
10%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education

Frequently Asked Questions

How many students attend Individuals Achieving Independence Elementary School?
21 students attend Individuals Achieving Independence Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
38% of Individuals Achieving Independence Elementary School students are Hispanic, 38% of students are Black, and 24% of students are White.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Individuals Achieving Independence Elementary School?
Individuals Achieving Independence Elementary School has a student ration of 21:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Individuals Achieving Independence Elementary School offer ?
Individuals Achieving Independence Elementary School offers enrollment in grades 12
What school district is Individuals Achieving Independence Elementary School part of?
Individuals Achieving Independence Elementary School is part of Stamford School District.

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