Serving 436 students in grades Kindergarten-5, Northeast 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 lower than the Connecticut state average of 41%). The percentage of students achieving proficiency in reading/language arts is 39% (which is lower than the Connecticut state average of 50%).
The student-teacher ratio of 13:1 is higher than the Connecticut state level of 12:1.
Minority enrollment is 59% 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: 436 students
- Student-Teacher Ratio: 13:1
- Minority Enrollment: 59%
- Overall Testing Rank: Bottom 50% in CT
- Math Proficiency: 40% (Btm 50%)
- Reading Proficiency: 39% (Btm 50%)
- Science Proficiency: 50-54% (Top 50%)
- Attendance Zone: Northeast School serves the northern part of Stamford, CT, covering an area of approximately 7.1 square miles. Families can typically expect a drive of 5 to 10 minutes to the school, with an average distance of 1.9 miles from the school to the edge of the attendance zone, extending up to 5.4 miles at its furthest point.
- Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
School Overview
Northeast School's student population of 436 students has declined by 23% over five school years.
The teacher population of 34 teachers has declined by 38% over five school years.
Grades Offered
Grades Kindergarten-5
(Supplemental Virtual)
(Supplemental Virtual)
Total Students
436 students
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
Total Classroom Teachers
34 teachers
Showing 2015–2025. Full 39-year historical data available below ↓
School Calendar
School Motto
We rise and shine!
School Rankings
Northeast 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 Northeast School is 0.66, 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
#596 out of 939 schools
(Bottom 50%)
(Bottom 50%)
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Math Test Scores (% Proficient)
40%
41%
Showing 2012–2023. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
Reading/Language Arts Test Scores (% Proficient)
39%
50%
Showing 2011–2022. Full 13-year historical data available below ↓
Science Test Scores (% Proficient)
50-54%
47%
Student-Teacher Ratio
13:1
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
40%
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
41%
46%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Two or more races
7%
5%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 14-year historical data available below ↓
All Ethnic Groups
Showing 2015–2025. Full 38-year historical data available below ↓
Chronically Absent Students
(22-23)23.9%
19.3%
Eligible for Free Lunch
34%
38%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 34-year historical data available below ↓
Eligible for Reduced Lunch
6%
6%
Showing 2015–2025. Full 27-year historical data available below ↓
School Statewide Testing
School District Name
Sports
Colors
Northeast Stars Colors
Source: National Center for Education Statistics (NCES), CT Dept. of Education
Frequently Asked Questions
What is Northeast School's ranking?
Northeast School is ranked #596 out of 939 schools, which ranks it among the bottom 50% of public schools in Connecticut.
What schools are Northeast School often compared to?
Northeast Schoolis often viewed alongside schools like Newfield School, Roxbury School, Davenport Ridge 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 41% CT state average), while 39% of students have achieved reading proficiency (compared to the 50% CT state average).
How many students attend Northeast School?
436 students attend Northeast School.
What is the racial composition of the student body?
41% of Northeast School students are White, 40% of students are Hispanic, 10% of students are Black, 7% of students are Two or more races, and 2% of students are Asian.
What is the student-teacher ratio of Northeast School?
Northeast School has a student ration of 13:1, which is higher than the Connecticut state average of 12:1.
What grades does Northeast School offer ?
Northeast School offers enrollment in grades Kindergarten-5 (Supplemental Virtual).
What school district is Northeast School part of?
Northeast School is part of Stamford School District.
In what neighborhood is Northeast School located?
Northeast School is located in the North Stamford neighborhood of Stamford, CT. There are 1 other public schools located in North Stamford.
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