Serving 553 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Julia A. Stark 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 31% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 36% (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 79% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (26-27)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 553 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 14:1
- Minority Enrollment: 79%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 31% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 36% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Julia A. Stark School serves the southeast part of Stamford, CT, encompassing an area of approximately 1.9 square miles. The school is typically a 5-10 minute drive from most homes within the zone, which extends up to 2.1 miles from its furthest edge.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Julia A. Stark School's student population of 553 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 40 teachers has declined by 14% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
553 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
40 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Rankings
Julia A. Stark 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 Julia A. Stark School is 0.55, 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
#671 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
31%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
36%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
14:1
12:1
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Asian
2%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Hispanic
63%
32%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Black
10%
12%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
White
21%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
4%
5%
Showing 2014–2025. 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)23.3%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
46%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
15%
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 Julia A. Stark School's ranking?
Julia A. Stark School is ranked #671 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
31% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 36% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Julia A. Stark School?
553 students attend Julia A. Stark School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
63% of Julia A. Stark School students are Hispanic, 21% of students are White, 10% of students are Black, 4% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Julia A. Stark School?
Julia A. Stark School has a student ration of 14:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Julia A. Stark School offer ?
Julia A. Stark School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Julia A. Stark School part of?
Julia A. Stark School is part of Stamford School District.
In what neighborhood is Julia A. Stark School located?
Julia A. Stark School is located in the Glenbrook Belltown neighborhood of Stamford, CT.
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