Serving 486 students in grades Prekindergarten-8, John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem 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% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 26% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 17:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 98% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-8
- Enrollment: 486 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 17:1
- Minority Enrollment: 98%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 15% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 26% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 25-29% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem School's student population of 486 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has declined by 6% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-8
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
486 students
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
School Rankings
John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem 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 S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem School is 0.19, 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
#811 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
15%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. View full 14-year historical data
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
26%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. View full 13-year historical data
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
25-29%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
17:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
90%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Black
5%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
White
2%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Two or more races
1%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. View full 21-year historical data
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)22%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
75%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. View full 20-year historical data
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
8%
6%
Showing 2014–2025. View full 20-year historical data
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem School's ranking?
John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem School is ranked #811 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem School often compared to?
John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like John C. Daniels by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
15% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 26% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem School?
486 students attend John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem School students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are White, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student-teacher ratio of John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem School?
John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem School has a student ration of 17:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem School offer ?
John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-8 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem School part of?
John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem School is part of New Haven School District.
In what neighborhood is John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem School located?
John S. Martinez Sea And Sky Stem School is located in the Fair Haven neighborhood of New Haven, CT. There are 4 other public schools located in Fair Haven.
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