Serving 382 students in grades Prekindergarten-5, John B. Stanton 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 15-19% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 15-19% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 77% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 382 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 77%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 15-19% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 20-24% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: The John B. Stanton Network School serves the southern part of Norwich, CT, covering an area of approximately 2.4 square miles. Families typically live within a 5-10 minute drive from the school, with the furthest distance to the zone's edge being about 2.7 miles.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
John B. Stanton School's student population of 382 students has grown by 20% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has grown by 25% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
382 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
John B. Stanton 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 John B. Stanton School is 0.73, 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
#827 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
15-19%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
20-24%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
5%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
42%
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
23%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
10%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 15-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)33.8%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
66%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
12%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John B. Stanton School's ranking?
John B. Stanton School is ranked #827 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are John B. Stanton School often compared to?
John B. Stanton Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Jack Jackter Intermediate School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15-19% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 15-19% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend John B. Stanton School?
382 students attend John B. Stanton School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
42% of John B. Stanton School students are Hispanic, 23% of students are White, 20% of students are Black, 10% of students are Two or more races, and 5% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John B. Stanton School?
John B. Stanton School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does John B. Stanton School offer ?
John B. Stanton School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John B. Stanton School part of?
John B. Stanton School is part of Norwich School District.
In what neighborhood is John B. Stanton School located?
John B. Stanton School is located in the Westside Norwich neighborhood of Norwich, CT. There are 4 other public schools located in Westside Norwich.
School Calendar
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Event
Date
Thanksgiving Break-District Closed
November 26, 2026 (Thursday)
Thanksgiving Break-District Closed
November 27, 2026 (Friday)
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