Serving 543 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Newfield 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 40% (which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 40%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 41% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student:teacher ratio of 12:1 is equal to the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 75% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 53% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Stats (2025)
- Grades: Kindergarten-5
- Enrollment: 543 students
- Student:Teacher Ratio: 12:1
- Minority Enrollment: 75%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 41% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 40-44% (Btm 50%)
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Newfield School's student population of 543 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 47 teachers has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
543 students
Gender %
Total Classroom Teachers
47 teachers
School Rankings
Newfield School ranks within the bottom 50% of all 942 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of Newfield School is 0.65, 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
#569 out of 942 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
40%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
41%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
40-44%
47%
Student : Teacher Ratio
12:1
12:1
American Indian
n/a
n/a
Asian
4%
5%
Hispanic
52%
31%
Black
15%
12%
White
25%
47%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
4%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Eligible for Free Lunch
41%
37%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
7%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Newfield School's ranking?
Newfield School is ranked #569 out of 942 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Newfield School often compared to?
Newfield Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Westover School, Northeast School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
40% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 40% CT state average), while 41% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Newfield School?
543 students attend Newfield School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
52% of Newfield School students are Hispanic, 25% of students are White, 15% of students are Black, 4% of students are Asian, and 4% of students are Two or more races.
What is the student:teacher ratio of Newfield School?
Newfield School has a student ration of 12:1, which is equal to the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Newfield School offer ?
Newfield School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Newfield School part of?
Newfield School is part of Stamford School District.
In what neighborhood is Newfield School located?
Newfield School is located in the Turn Of River Newfield neighborhood of Stamford, CT. There are 4 other public schools located in Turn Of River Newfield.
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