Serving 379 students in grades Prekindergarten-6, North Stonington Elementary School ranks in the top 20% of all schools in Connecticut for overall test scores (math proficiency is top 10%, and reading proficiency is top 10%).
The percentage of students achieving proficiency in math is 76% (which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 66% (which is higher 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 10% of the student body (majority Hispanic), which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 54% (majority Hispanic).
Quick Facts (2026)
- Grades: Prekindergarten-6
- Enrollment: 379 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 11:1
- Minority Enrollment: 10%
- Overall Testing Rank: Top 20% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 76% (Top 10%)
- Reading Proficiency: 66% (Top 30%)
- Science Proficiency: 60-69% (Top 30%)
- Attendance Zone: North Stonington Elementary School serves the entire district of North Stonington, CT, encompassing an area of approximately 55 square miles. Families residing within this zone can expect a typical drive time of 10-12 minutes to the school, with the furthest edge being about 7.5 miles away.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Top Rankings
North Stonington Elementary School ranks among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut for:
Category
Attribute
Overall Rank
Math Proficiency
School Overview
North Stonington Elementary School's student population of 379 students has stayed relatively flat over five school years.
The teacher population of 36 teachers has grown by 9% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Prekindergarten-6
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
379 students
Total Classroom Teachers
36 teachers
School Rankings
North Stonington Elementary School ranks within the top 20% of all 939 schools in Connecticut (based off of combined math and reading proficiency testing data).
The diversity score of North Stonington Elementary 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
#172 out of 939 schools
(Top 20%)
(Top 20%)
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
76%
41%
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
66%
50%
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
60-69%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
11:1
12:1
American Indian
1%
n/a
Asian
1%
5%
Hispanic
5%
32%
Black
1%
12%
White
90%
46%
Hawaiian
n/a
n/a
Two or more races
2%
5%
All Ethnic Groups
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)15.6%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
15%
38%
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
4%
6%
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is North Stonington Elementary School's ranking?
North Stonington Elementary School is ranked #172 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the top 20% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are North Stonington Elementary School often compared to?
North Stonington Elementary Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Thames River Magnet School by visitors of our site.
What percent of students have achieved state testing proficiency in math and reading?
76% of students have achieved math proficiency (compared to the 41% CT state average), while 66% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend North Stonington Elementary School?
379 students attend North Stonington Elementary School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
90% of North Stonington Elementary School students are White, 5% of students are Hispanic, 2% of students are Two or more races, 1% of students are American Indian, 1% of students are Asian, and 1% of students are Black.
What is the student-teacher ratio of North Stonington Elementary School?
North Stonington Elementary School has a student ration of 11:1, which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does North Stonington Elementary School offer ?
North Stonington Elementary School offers enrollment in grades Prekindergarten-6 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is North Stonington Elementary School part of?
North Stonington Elementary School is part of North Stonington School District.
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