Serving 304 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Montowese Elementary 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 55-59% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 39%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 60-64% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 51%).
The student:teacher ratio of 11:1 is lower than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 26% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 51% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2024)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 304 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 26%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 30% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 55-59% (Top 30%)
- Reading Proficiency: 60-64% (Top 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
Montowese Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
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Attribute
Student Attention
School Overview
Montowese Elementary School's student population of 304 students has grown by 14% over five school years.
The teacher population of 28 teachers has grown by 7% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(offers virtual instruction)
(offers virtual instruction)
Total Students
304 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
28 teachers
Students by Grade
School Calendar
School Rankings
Montowese Elementary School ranks within the top 30% of all 940 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Montowese Elementary School is 0.43, which is less than the diversity score at state average of 0.66. The school's diversity has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Overall Testing Rank
#256 out of 940 schools
(Top 30%)
(Top 30%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
55-59%
39%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-64%
51%
Student : Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
5%
5%
Hispanic
13%
29%
Black
5%
13%
White
74%
49%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
4%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
17%
34%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: 2021-2022 (latest school year available) National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Montowese Elementary School's ranking?
Montowese Elementary School is ranked #256 out of 940 schools, which ranks it among the top 30% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Montowese Elementary School often compared to?
Montowese Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Ridge Road Elementary School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
55-59% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 39% CT state average), while 60-64% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 51% CT state average).
How many students attend Montowese Elementary School?
304 students attend Montowese Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
74% of Montowese Elementary School students are White, 13% of students are Hispanic, 5% of students are Asian, 5% of students are Black, 2% of students are Two or more races, and 1% of students are American Indian.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Montowese Elementary School?
Montowese Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Montowese Elementary School offer ?
Montowese Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (offers virtual instruction).
What school district is Montowese Elementary School part of?
Montowese Elementary School is part of North Haven School District.
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